Ford Focus 2004 Owner's Manual page 5

FOR YOUR SAFETY AND
ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION
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How can you reduce the risk of
personal injury and prevent
possible damage to others, your
vehicle and its equipment? In this
guide, answers to such questions
are contained in comments
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symbol.
Note:
Important information is also given
in paragraphs starting with the
highlighted word Note.
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Introduction
RUNNING IN
Avoid driving too briskly during the
first 1,000 miles (1,500 km). Vary
the speed frequently and avoid
labouring the engine. This is
necessary to give the moving parts
a chance to bed in.
New tyres require a running-in
distance of approximately
300 miles (500 km). During this
period, the car may exhibit
different driving characteristics.
Therefore, avoid driving too briskly
during the first 300 miles (500 km).
If possible, you should avoid heavy
use of the brakes for the first
100 miles (150 km) in town and for
the first 1,000 miles (1,500 km) on
motorways.
From 1,000 miles (1,500 km)
onwards you can gradually increase
the performance of your vehicle up
to the permitted maximum speeds.
We wish you safe and pleasurable
driving with your Ford vehicle.
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