Driving on Grades
Notice: Do not tow on steep continuous grades exceeding 6 miles (9.6 km). Extended, higher than normal engine and transmission temperatures may result and damage the vehicle. Frequent stops are very important to allow the engine and transmission to cool.
Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before starting down a long or steep downgrade. If the transmission is not shifted down, the brakes might have to be used so much that they would get hot and no longer work well.
On a long uphill grade, shift down and reduce the vehicle’s speed to around 45 mph (70 km/h) to reduce the possibility of the engine and the transmission overheating. If the engine does overheat, see Engine Overheating.
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Modest Power, at Best
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255 hp (252 hp with all-wheel drive) and the 3.6-liter's 280 hp. The CX comes
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Key Lock Release
Vehicles with an automatic transmission are equipped with an electronic key lock
release system. The key lock release is designed to prevent ignition key removal
unless the shift lever is in P ( ...
Maintenance II
• Perform all services described in Maintenance I.
• Steering and suspension inspection. Visual
inspection for damaged, loose, or missing parts or
signs of wear.
• Engine cooling system in ...
