Brake booster
When the engine is not running, the brake booster stops its action after pressing the brake pedal 2-3 times. In this case, the braking effect is not reduced, however, more effort is required when depressing the brake pedal.
Power steering
If the power steering fails, for example during towing with the engine off, the vehicle will still be steerable, but more effort is required.
Mountain driving, trailer towing
The fan of the cooling system is electrically driven. Therefore, its efficiency does not depend on the speed of the motor shaft. At a high engine speed, a lot of heat is generated, at a low speed, respectively, less.
Therefore, when climbing hills, do not downshift until the vehicle is able to safely climb the hill in a higher gear.
Diesel engine: on slopes with a slope of 10% or more, do not exceed the speed in 1st gear - 30 km / h, in 2nd gear - 50 km / h.
Driving with roof load
Do not exceed the permissible roof load. For safety reasons, evenly distribute and securely secure the load with lashing straps. Adjust tire pressure to the value specified for full load. Do not exceed the speed of 120 km/h. Frequently check and tighten the mount.
Engine stop
If the coolant temperature is very high, e.g. after riding in mountainous conditions: let the engine idle for about 2 minutes to avoid heat build-up.
After the engine has stopped, the engine fan may continue to operate for some time to cool the engine components.
Forced idle mode
During overrun, the fuel supply is automatically cut off, for example when driving downhill or when braking. During the forced idle mode, do not "step on the gas" and do not disengage the clutch so that the fuel cut-off system works.
Motor shaft speed
In all road conditions, drive the car in the optimal range of engine speeds.
Engine warm-up
Warm up the engine while driving, not idling. Not "give full throttle", until operating temperature is reached.
After starting a cold engine, the automatic transmission shifts to higher gears only at higher engine speeds. In this way, the catalyst is rapidly heated to the temperature required for an optimum reduction process.
Timely gear change
At idle and low gears, do not bring the engine speed to too high values. Too high speed in individual gears or stages, as well as driving with frequent stops, increase the wear of vehicle components and fuel consumption.
Downshifting
When reducing the speed, switch to a lower gear, do not slip the clutch at increased engine speeds. This is especially important when driving in mountainous conditions.
Clutch
Depress the clutch pedal all the way to prevent difficulty shifting and damage to the transmission. There should be no mats near the pedals.
Do not use the clutch pedal as a footrest while driving, otherwise accelerated wear of the clutch discs may occur.
Battery safety
When driving at low speeds or during stops, such as when driving in the city, during short trips and traffic jams, switch off electrical consumers if possible (glass heating, additional headlights, etc.).
When starting the engine, disengage the clutch to avoid idling resistance of the gearbox, unload the starter and battery.
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