New Vehicle "Break-In; Ignition Positions - Chevrolet 1997 Malibu Owner's Manual

New Vehicle "Break-In"
NOTICE:
Your modern Chevrolet doesn't need an
elaborate "break-in." But it will perform better
in the long run if you follow these guidelines:
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Don't drive at any one speed
--
fast or
slow
--
for the first 500 miles (805 km).
Don't make full-throttle starts.
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.
See "Towing a nailer" in the Index for
more information.
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Avoid making hard stops for the first
Don't tow a trailer during break-in.
Ignition Positions
A
h B
With the ignition key in the ignition switch, you can turn
the switch to four positions.
OFF (A): Before you put the key into the ignition
switch, the switch is off. It is the only position from
which you can remove the key. This position locks your
ignition and transaxle. A warning chime will sound if
you open the driver's door when the ignition is off and
the key is in the ignition.
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