Starting And Operating Your Vehicle; New Vehicle Break-In; Ignition Positions - Pontiac 2003 Grand Prix Owner's Manual

Starting and Operating Your
Vehicle
New Vehicle Break-In
Ignition Positions
With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn it to
five different positions. The ignition switch is located
on the right side of the steering
column.
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
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fast or
slow
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for the first 500 miles (805 km).
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 Trailer" in the Index for
more information.
A (ACCESSORY): This position lets you use things like
the radio and windshield wipers while the engine is
off.
To use accessory, push in the key and turn it toward
you. The steering wheel will stay locked.
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