New Vehicle "Break-In"
NOTICE:
Your vehicle 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
k m ) .
Don't make full-throttle starts.
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.
Don't tow a trailer during break-in.
See "Towing a nailer'' in the Index for
more
information.
Ignition Positions
C
With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn the
switch
to
five positions.
ACCESSORY (A): This position lets you use things
like the radio and windshield wipers when the engine
is
off. To use ACCESSORY, push in the key
and turn
it
toward you. Your steering wheel will stay locked.
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