Starting And Operating; New Vehicle Run-In; Composite Materials - Cadillac CTS Owner's Manual

192 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.

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.