Braking
Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. Deciding to push the brake pedal is perception time. Actually doing it is reaction time.
Average driver reaction time is about three-fourths of a second. In that time, a vehicle moving at 100 km/h (60 mph) travels 20m (66 ft), which could be a lot of distance in an emergency.
Helpful braking tips to keep in mind include:
• Keep enough distance between you and the vehicle in front of you.
• Avoid needless heavy braking.
• Keep pace with traffic.
If the engine ever stops while the vehicle is being driven, brake normally but do not pump the brakes. Doing so could make the pedal harder to push down. If the engine stops, there will be some power brake assist but it will be used when the brake is applied.
Once the power assist is used up, it can take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push.
See also:
Securing a Child Restraint in the
Right Front Seat Position
This vehicle has airbags. A rear seat is a safer place to
secure a forward-facing child restraint. See Where to
Put the Restraint.
In addition, the vehicle has a passenger sensing system
which ...
Wiper Blades
Wiper blades need to be cleaned
and kept in good condition to
provide a clear view.
• Signs of wear include streaking,
skipping across the windshield,
and worn or split rubber.
• Trained ...
Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery
If the transmitter battery is weak, the DIC may display NO REMOTE DETECTED when
you try to start the vehicle. The REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY message may also
be displayed at this time.
To star ...