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Theft
Vehicle theft is big business, especially in
some cities. Although your Geo 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 Geo 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. If you
have
an
automatic transmission, taking
your key out also locks your transmission.
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.
New Vehicle
"Break-in"
NOTICE:
Your modern Geo doesn't need an
elaborate "break-in." But
it will
per-
form better in the long run if you fol-
low these guidelines:
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Keep your speed at
55 mph
(88
km/h) or less for the first
500 miles (804 km).
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Don't drive at any one speed
-
fast or slow
-
for the first
500 miles (804 km). Don't
make full-throttle starts.
0
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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Ignition Switch
Vith the key in the ignition switch, you
an turn the switch to four positions:
,OCK
(A): The only position in which
'ou can remove the key. This locks your
teering wheel, ignition and automatic
ransmission. Press in the ignition switch
s you turn the top of
it
toward you.
f you have an automatic transmission, the
gnition switch can't be turned to
,LOCK" unless the shift lever is in the
' P '
(Park) position.
LCC (B): Position in which you can
bperate your electrical power accessories.
t
unlocks the steering wheel and ignition.
Jse this position if your vehicle must be
mhed or towed.
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