NOTE: According to the manufacturer's recommendations, the engine will reach operating temperature faster and its wear will be less if, after starting, it is warmed up not at idle, but while driving, avoiding, of course, excessive load on the engine.
When the starter is turned on, the manual transmission control lever must be in neutral position, and the automatic transmission mode selector in position "P" or "N".
Do not allow the engine to operate at a crankshaft speed at which the tachometer needle is in the red zone of the scale.
It is prohibited to start moving from a standstill "on the starter" in a car with a manual transmission. You can only move from a standstill in first gear with the parking brake lever fully lowered, smoothly releasing the clutch pedal.
Do not exceed the load capacity standards specified in the vehicle's technical specifications: overloading leads to increased wear of tires and suspension parts, and loss of directional stability.
It is prohibited to operate the vehicle with the low oil pressure warning light in the instrument cluster on: the light should light briefly (no more than two seconds) only when starting the engine. This also applies to the low battery warning light, as sometimes the reason for its lighting may be a short circuit in the wiring, leading to a car fire.
Check the air pressure in your tires regularly: low pressure leads to intensive tire wear. A difference in tire pressure values of 0.2-0.3 kgf/cm² on one axle leads to lateral drift and deterioration of vehicle control.
Regularly check the condition of the rubber protective boots of the ball joints, constant velocity joints and steering rod joints. Damaged boots should be replaced, as water and dirt will quickly put the mechanisms out of order.
For refueling, use fuels, lubricants and operating fluids recommended by the manufacturer.
Regularly check the condition of the battery terminals and the fastening of the wires on them. Loose fastening or oxidation of the terminals can damage the electronic devices of the car.
Remember that the battery terminals have different diameters: the positive terminal is slightly larger than the negative terminal. Make sure that the wires are connected according to the polarity indicated on their tips and terminals.
When charging the battery directly on the vehicle from an external power source, be sure to disconnect it from the generator (remove the positive terminal from the battery).
Do not violate the deadlines for inspection and maintenance work. Perform all work in full. The frequency of work is specified in Section. "Maintenance".
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