New Vehicle Break-In - Buick 1994 Century Owner's Manual

Theft
Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities.
Although your Buick has a number of theft deterrent
features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it
impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help.
Key in the Ignition
If you walk away from your vehicle with the keys
inside, it's an easy target for joy riders or professional
thieves -- so
don't do
it.
When you park your Buick and open the driver's door,
you'll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key
from the ignition and take it with you. Always do this.
Your steering wheel will be locked, and so will your
ignition and transaxle. And remember to lock the doors.
Parking at Night
Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your
vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight.
Put them in a storage area, or take them with you.
Parking Lots
If you park in a lot where someone will be watching
your vehicle, it's best to lock it up and take your keys.
But what if you have to leave your ignition key? What if
you
have to leave something valuable in your vehicle?
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Put your valuables in a storage area, like your trunk
or glove box, or rear storage area in the wagon.
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Lock the glove box.
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Lock all the doors except the driver's.
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Then take the door key with you.
New Vehicle "Break-In"
I
NOTICE:
Your modern Buick doesn't need an elaborate
"break-in." But
it
will perform better in the long
run if you follow these guidelines:
Don't drive at any one speed
--
fast or slow
--
for the first 500 miles (804 km). Don't
make full-throttle starts.
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Avoid making hard stops for the first
200
miles (322 km) or so. During this time your
new brake linings aren't yet broken in. Hard
stops with new linings can mean premature
wear and earlier replacement. Follow this
"breaking-in" guideline every time you get
new brake linings.
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