Child restraint systems
A child restraint system for a small child or baby must itself be properly
restrained on the seat with the lap portion of the lap/shoulder belt.
The laws of all 50 states of the U.S.A. and Canada now require the use of child
restraint systems.
Points to remember
Studies have shown that instal ...
Active traction control system
The active traction control system automatically helps prevent the spinning of
4 wheels when the vehicle is started or accelerated on slippery road surfaces.
■ System operation
Vehicles with an automatic transmission:
Stop the vehicle, shift the shift lever to N and put the frontwheel d ...
If your vehicle overheats
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
● The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge (→P. 155) enters the red
zone or a loss of engine power is experienced.
(For example, the vehicle speed does not increase.) ● Steam comes out from under
the hood. ...