Severe strain on the brake system
The brakes will be subject to severe strain when driving in mountains or hilly areas, or when towing a trailer. Vehicle speed is usually slower, which means that the cooling of the brakes is less efficient than when driving on level roads. To reduce the strain on the brakes, shift into a lower gear and let the engine help with the braking. Do not forget that if you are towing a trailer, the brakes will be subjected to a greater than normal load.
See also:
Starting and stopping the engine
See page 112 for information on starting the
engine and switching it off. ...
Introduction
System overview
Cell phone
Location of the microphone
Steering wheel keypad
Center console control panel and display
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Introduction
The Dynamic Stability and Traction Control system (DSTC) consists of a number
of functions designed help reduce wheel spin, counteract skidding, and to generally
help improve directional stability ...