Driving Hints; Breaking-In; Reduced Engine Performance; Economical Driving - Ford ENDURA 2017 Owner's Manual

BREAKING-IN

Tires
New tires need to be run-in for
approximately 500 km. During this time,
you may experience different driving
characteristics.
Brakes and Clutch
Avoid heavy use of the brakes and clutch
if possible for the first 150 km in town and
for the first 1,500 km on freeways.
Engine
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.
Vehicles With a Diesel Engine
During the first 3,000 km, you may notice
a ticking sound when your vehicle slows
down. This is due to adjustments of your
new diesel engine and is normal.
REDUCED ENGINE
PERFORMANCE
WARNING
If you continue to drive your vehicle
when the engine is overheating, the
engine could stop without warning.
Failure to follow this instruction could
result in the loss of control of your vehicle.
If the engine coolant temperature gauge
needle moves to the upper limit position,
the engine is overheating. See Gauges
(page 68).
Endura (CDQ) New Zealand, enNZL, Edition date: 201712, First Printing

Driving Hints

You must only drive your vehicle for a short
distance if the engine overheats. The
distance you can travel depends on
ambient temperature, vehicle load and
terrain. The engine continues to operate
with limited power for a short period of
time.
If the engine temperature continues to rise,
the fuel supply to the engine reduces. The
air conditioning switches off and the engine
cooling fan operates continually.
1. Gradually reduce your speed and stop
your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do
so.
2. Immediately switch the engine off to
prevent severe engine damage.
3. Wait for the engine to cool down.
4. Check the coolant level. See Engine
Coolant Check (page 226).
5. Have your vehicle checked as soon as
possible.

ECONOMICAL DRIVING

The following helps to improve fuel
consumption:
• Regularly check your tire pressures and
make sure that they are inflated to the
correct pressure. See Technical
Specifications (page 254).
• Follow the recommended maintenance
schedule and carry out the
recommended checks.
• Plan your journey and check the traffic
before you set off.
• Avoid idling the engine in cold weather
or for extended periods. Start the
engine only when you are ready to set
off.
• Do not carry unnecessary weight in your
vehicle as extra weight wastes fuel.
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