Starting And Operating; New Vehicle Run-In; Carbon Fibre; Ignition Positions - Cadillac CTS Owner's Manual

194 Driving and Operating
Starting and
Operating

New Vehicle Run-In

Follow these recommended
guidelines during the first 2,400 km
(1,500 mi) of driving this vehicle.
Parts have a running-in period and
performance will be better in the
long run.
For the first 2.400 km (1.500 mi):
Avoid full throttle starts and
abrupt stops.
Do not exceed 4,000
engine rpm.
Avoid driving at any one
constant speed, fast or slow.
Avoid downshifting to brake or
slow the vehicle when the
engine speed will exceed
4000 rpm.
Do not let the engine labour.
Never lug the engine in high
gear at low speeds.
Do not participate in track
events, sport driving schools,
or similar activities during this
running-in period.
Check engine oil with every
refuelling and add if necessary.
Oil and fuel consumption may be
higher than normal during the
first 2,400 km (1,500 mi).
To run in new tyres, drive at
moderate speeds and avoid hard
cornering for the first 300 km
(200 mi). New tyres do not have
maximum traction and may tend
to slip.
New brake linings also need a
running-in period. Avoid braking
hard during the first 300 km
(200 mi). This is recommended
every time brake linings are
replaced.

Carbon Fibre

This vehicle may be equipped with
carbon fibre parts. Retailer-installed
accessories may also contain
carbon fibre.
Warning
The exposed edges of carbon
fibre parts can be sharp when
damaged. You or others could be
injured. Use caution when
washing the vehicle, coming in
contact with damaged carbon
fibre parts, or removing these
parts. See your dealer for
replacement.

Ignition Positions