Pontiac 2003 Sunfire, Owner'S Manual

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Starting and Operating Your
Vehicle
New Vehicle Break-In
Notice: Your vehicle does not need an elaborate
“break-in.” But it will perform better in the long run
if you follow these guidelines:
•
Do not drive at any one speed — fast or
slow — for the first 500 miles (805 km). Do not
make full-throttle starts.
•
Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles
(322 km) or so. During this time your new
brake linings are not yet broken in. Hard stops
with new linings can mean premature wear
and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in
guideline every time you get new brake
linings.
•
Do not tow a trailer during break-in. See
Towing
a Trailer (Automatic Transaxle) on page 4-35 or
Towing a Trailer (Manual Transaxle) on
page 4-41 for more information.
Ignition Positions
With the key in the ignition, you can turn the key to five
different positions.
A (ACCESSORY): This position operates your electrical
accessories. Press in the ignition switch as you turn it
toward you.
B (LOCK): This position locks your steering wheel,
ignition, shift lever and transaxle. This is the only
position from which you can remove the key. A warning
chime will sound if you open the driver’s door when
the ignition is in LOCK and the key is in the ignition.
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