Starting And Operating Your Vehicle; New Vehicle Break-In - Buick 2008 Allure Owner's Manual

4. Insert the key to be programmed and turn it to
ON/RUN within five seconds of removing the
original key.
5. The SERVICE THEFT SYSTEM warning message
on the DIC will turn off, once the key has been
programmed. It may not be apparent that the
SERVICE THEFT SYSTEM warning message went
on due to how quickly the key is programmed.
6. Repeat Steps 1 through 5 if additional keys are to
be programmed.
If the SERVICE THEFT SYSTEM warning message
appears and stays on the DIC while the vehicle is being
driven, the engine will be able to be restarted if it is
turned off. Your PASS-Key
working properly and must be serviced by your
dealer/retailer. The vehicle is not protected by the
®
PASS-Key III system at this time.
®
If the PASS-Key III key is lost or stolen, see your
dealer/retailer or a locksmith who can service
®
PASS-Key III to have a new key made.
Do not leave the key or device that disarms or
deactivates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle.
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®
III system, however, is not
Starting and Operating
Your Vehicle

New Vehicle Break-In

Notice: Your vehicle does not need an elaborate
break-in. But it will perform better in the long run if
you follow these guidelines:
•
Do not drive at any one constant speed, fast or
slow, for the first 500 miles (805 km). Do not
make full-throttle starts. Avoid downshifting to
brake or slow the vehicle.
•
Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles
(322 km) or so. During this time the new brake
linings are not 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.
•
Do not tow a trailer during break-in. See Towing
a Trailer on page 4-28 for the trailer towing
capabilities of your vehicle and more
information.
Following break-in, engine speed and load can be
gradually increased.