Starting and Driving
Catalytic converters are easily damaged through improper
use, particularly if the wrong fuel is used, please observe
the following precautions to minimise the chance of
accidental damage.
Fuel
• Use only fuel recommended for your car.
• Never allow the car to run out of fuel – this could cause
a misfire which could damage the catalyst.
Starting
• Do not continue to operate the starter after a few failed
attempts; seek qualified assistance.
• Do not operate the starter if an engine misfire is
suspected and do not attempt to clear a misfire by
pressing the accelerator pedal.
• Do not attempt to push or tow to start the car.
Driving
• Do not overload or excessively ‘rev’ of engine.
• Do not stop the engine when the car is in motion with
a gear selected.
• When driving a car with manual transmission and at
high gear, you should shift down in time if the car speed
decreases, in order to keep the engine power.
• Seek qualified assistance if you think your car oil
consumption is abnormal.
• If a misfire is suspected, or the car lacks power while
driving , provided the engine has reach its normal
operating temperature, it may be driven SLOWLY (at
risk of catalyst damage) to an MG Authorised Repairer
or suitably equipped servicing garage.
• Do not drive on terrain likely to subject the underside
of the car to heavy impacts.
Note: Any engine misfire, loss of engine performance
or engine run-on, could seriously damage the catalytic
converter.
Therefore any modifications to engine
without being authorised is prohibited.
Regular
maintenance must be carried out in accordance
with the schedule specified in the ‘Warranty and
Maintenance Manual’.
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