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On-Road Driving
On-Road Driving
INSTRUMENTS AND WARNING LIGHTS . . . . . .  153
POWER ASSISTED STEERING . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  153
WARMING UP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  153
VEHICLE HEIGHT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  153
DRIVING PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  154
FUEL ECONOMY  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  155
BREAKDOWN SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  155 

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On-Road Driving
O n- Road  Dr iv in gINSTRUMENTS AND WARNING LIGHTS
Before driving it is important to fully 
understand the function of the instruments and 
warning lights (see ‘INSTRUMENT PANEL’, 
page 57).
NOTE: Red warning lights are of particular 
importance, illumination indicating that a fault 
exists. If a red light illuminates, always stop the 
vehicle and seek qualified assistance before 
continuing.
POWER ASSISTED STEERING
The hydraulic power-assisted steering is...

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DRIVING PRECAUTIONS
WARNING
Utility vehicles have a significantly higher 
roll-over rate than other types of vehicles. 
Since these vehicles are designed to be 
operated off-road, these vehicles have a 
higher ground clearance and hence a higher 
centre of gravity. Such a feature has been 
associated with an increased risk of vehicle 
roll-over. An advantage associated with 
higher ground clearance vehicles is a better 
view of the road, allowing the driver to 
anticipate problems....

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FUEL ECONOMY
Fuel consumption is influenced by two major 
factors: 
•How your vehicle is maintained.
•How you drive your vehicle.
To obtain optimum fuel economy, it is essential 
that your vehicle is maintained in accordance 
with the manufacturers service schedule. 
Items such as the condition of the air cleaner 
element, tyre pressures and wheel alignment 
will have a significant effect on fuel 
consumption. But, above all, the way in which 
you drive is most important. The...

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Owner Maintenance
Maintenance
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  159
OWNER MAINTENANCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  160
SAFETY IN THE GARAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  161
EMISSION CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  162
ROAD TESTING ON DYNAMOMETERS 
(‘rolling roads’)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  162
Hood Opening
HOOD OPENING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  163
Engine Compartment
ENGINE  . . . . . . . . ....

158 Brakes
BRAKE FLUID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   172
Power Steering
POWER STEERING FLUID. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   173
Active Cornering Enhancement
ACTIVE CORNERING ENHANCEMENT FLUID . .   174
Washers
WINDSCREEN WASHER TOP-UP . . . . . . . . . . .   175
WASHER JETS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   175
HEADLIGHT WASHERS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   175
Wiper Blades
WIPER BLADE REPLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . .   176
Battery
BATTERY...

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Ow ner Maintena nc e
Ma inte na nceROUTINE MAINTENANCE
Regular systematic maintenance is the key to 
ensuring the continued reliability and efficiency 
of your vehicle.
Maintenance is the owners responsibility and 
you must ensure that owner maintenance 
operations, oil services, inspections and brake 
fluid and coolant changes are carried out when 
required and according to the manufacturers 
recommendations.
The routine maintenance requirements for your 
vehicle are shown in the...