Starting And Operating; New Vehicle Break-In; Composite Materials - Cadillac ATS 2017 Owner's Manual

222 DRIVING AND OPERATING

Starting and Operating

New Vehicle Break-In

Follow these recommended guidelines
during the first 2 414 km (1,500 mi) of
driving this vehicle. Parts have a
break-in period and performance will
be better in the long run.
For the first 2 414 km (1,500 mi):
Avoid full throttle starts and
abrupt stops.
Do not exceed 4000 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 labor. Never
lug the engine in high gear at low
speeds. With a manual
transmission, shift to the next
lower gear. This rule applies at all
times, not just during the break-in
period.
Check engine oil with every
refueling and add if necessary. Oil
and fuel consumption may be
higher than normal during the
first 2 414 km (1,500 mi).
New brake linings also need a
break-in period. Avoid making
hard stops during the first
322 km (200 mi). This is
recommended every time brake
linings are replaced.

Composite Materials

This vehicle may be equipped with
parts containing carbon fiber,
sheet-molding compound or other
composite materials. Dealer-installed
accessories may also contain
composite materials. These parts and
accessories may include the splitter or
rocker extensions.
Warning
Exposed edges of parts containing
carbon fiber and other composite
materials can be sharp. Contact
with these parts could result in
injury. Use caution to avoid
contacting these parts, including
when washing the vehicle. If the
parts are damaged, replace the
parts promptly with replacements
from your dealer.
Warning
Rocker extensions may break under
pressure, resulting in property
damage or injury. Do not stand on
the rocker extension or use it as
a step.