Driving Hints; Breaking-In; Driving Through Water; Floor Mats - Ford 2015 ECOSPORT Owner's Manual

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BREAKING-IN

Tires
WARNING
New tires need to be run-in for
approximately 500 km. During this
time, you may experience different
driving characteristics.

Brakes and Clutch

WARNING
If possible, avoid hard braking and
clutching during the first 150 km in
the city, and the first 1,500 km in
highways.
Engine
WARNING
Avoid driving too fast during the first
1,500 km. Vary your speed frequently
and change up through the gears
early. Do not labor the engine.

DRIVING THROUGH WATER

WARNINGS
Do not attempt to start a vehicle that
has been submerged in water.
Contact an authorized dealer for
support.
Never drive through water when it
flows above the bottom of the
bumper or the center of the tyre.
Engine damage can occur if
attempts are made to cross through
deep water.
All fluids including engine and
transmission fluid need to be
changed in case of water ingress and
contamination.
Ecosport (CBW) India, Vehicles Built From: 01-08-2015, enIND, Edition date: 08/2015

Driving Hints

During the crossing, avoid creating a
bow wave in front of the vehicle.
Never enter into unknown terrain,
there may be hidden obstacles such
as ditches, manholes etc.
If the situation demands to drive through
water in an emergency even at great risk,
then:
Maintain a low speed of maximum
10km/h.
Make sure the engine does not stall in
water.
After driving through water, and as soon
as it is safe to do so:
Have the engine and transmission
assembly checked by an authorized
dealer for any water ingress.
Depress the brake pedal lightly and
check that full brake function is
achieved.
Check that the horn works.
Check that the vehicle lights are fully
operational.
Check the power assistance of the
steering system.

FLOOR MATS

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WARNINGS

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