Defensive Driving
Defensive driving means “always expect the unexpected.” The first step in driving defensively is to wear the safety belt. See Safety Belts.
- Assume that other road users (pedestrians, bicyclists, and other drivers) are going to be careless and make mistakes.
Anticipate what they might do and be ready.
- Allow enough following distance between you and the driver in front of you.
- Focus on the task of driving.
See also:
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
These vehicle accessories can be
used for up to 10 minutes after the
engine is turned off:
- Audio System
- Power Windows
- Sunroof (if equipped)
Power to the audio system will work
up to 10 ...
STABILITRAK NOT READY
This message may display after first
driving the vehicle and exceeding
30 km/h (19 mph) for 30 seconds.
The TCS/StabiliTrak warning light
on the instrument panel cluster also
comes on. The St ...
Heated Rear Seats
WARNING
If you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may
cause burns even at low temperatures.
See the Warning under Heated and Ventilated Front Seats.
If avai ...






