Break-in schedule
CAUTION:
During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km), follow these recommendations to obtain maximum engine performance and ensure the future reliability and economy of your new vehicle. Failure to follow these recommendations may result in shortened engine life and reduced engine performance.
- Avoid driving for long periods at constant speed, either fast or slow, and do not run the engine over 4,000 rpm.
- Do not accelerate at full throttle in any gear.
- Avoid quick starts.
- Avoid hard braking as much as possible.
- Do not tow a trailer for the first 500 miles (800 km). Your engine, axle or other parts could be damaged.
See also:
California perchlorate advisory
Some vehicle parts, such as lithium batteries,
may contain perchlorate material.
The following advisory is provided: “Perchlorate
Material - special handling may
apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/
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jack, then insert the USB device into the jack.
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