Car movement

The movement of the car is recommended to start on a warm engine. If you do not have such an opportunity and you warm up the engine while driving, then at low ambient temperatures and after a long stop, it is recommended to move in lower gears for some time with a low engine speed. As the oil in the gearbox and rear axle warms up, successively shift to higher gears.

While driving, do not exceed the maximum permissible speeds, indicated on the speedometer with red marks near the numbers 40, 60 and 100, corresponding to 1st, 2nd and 3rd gears, even on a descent.

While driving, monitor the operation of various components using the appropriate instruments and warning lamps. Under normal conditions, all red lamps should be off. Their inclusion signals the need to check the corresponding node.

After overcoming fords, as well as after washing the car or when driving for a long time on a wet road, when water gets into the brake mechanisms of the wheels, make several smooth braking of the car while driving to dry the discs, drums and brake linings.

When driving through puddles, slow down to avoid hydroplaning, which can cause skidding or loss of control. Worn tires increase this risk.

If possible, drive at moderate speeds. Sharp accelerations and decelerations of the vehicle at high speeds lead to rapid tire wear and excessive fuel consumption. Fuel consumption also increases with insufficient air pressure in tires, with worn or dirty spark plugs, with improper adjustment of the carburetor idle system.

Fuel consumption and tire wear also increase when towing a trailer. In addition, when towing a trailer, the load on the body, engine and transmission increases, which reduces their resource.