It is recommended for the operator to observe the follow-
ing driving behaviors during the new vehicle break-in
period:
0 to 100 miles (0 to 161 km):
•
Do not allow the engine to operate at idle for an
extended period of time.
•
Press the accelerator pedal slowly and not more than
halfway to avoid rapid acceleration.
•
Avoid aggressive braking.
•
Drive with the engine speed less than 3,500 RPM.
•
Maintain vehicle speed below 55 mph (88 km/h) and
observe local speed limits.
100 to 300 miles (161 to 483 km):
•
Press the accelerator pedal slowly and not more than
halfway to avoid rapid acceleration in lower gears (1st to
3rd gears).
•
Avoid aggressive braking.
•
Drive with the engine speed less than 5,000 RPM.
•
Maintain vehicle speed below 70 mph (112 km/h) and
observe local speed limits.
300 to 500 miles (483 to 805 km):
•
Exercise the full engine rpm range, shifting manually
(paddles or gear shift) at higher rpms when possible.
•
Do not perform sustained operation with the accelerator
pedal at wide open throttle.
•
Maintain vehicle speed below 85 mph (136 km/h) and
observe local speed limits.
For the first 1500 miles (2414 km):
•
Do not participate in track events, sport driving schools,
or similar activities during the first 1500 miles (2414 km).
NOTE:
Check engine oil with every refueling and add if
necessary. Oil and fuel consumption may be higher
through the first oil change interval.
PARKING BRAKE
Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking
brake is fully applied and place the gear selector in the
PARK or REVERSE (manual transmission only) position.
When the parking brake is applied and the ignition switch
is in the ON/RUN position, the “Brake Warning Light” in
the instrument cluster will illuminate.
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