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:
Tachometer
The tachometer indicates engine speed in
revolutions per minute (RPM). Do not rev the
engine into the red zone 1 .
When engine speed approaches the red
zone, shift to a higher gear or red ...
Air pollution
Industrial pollution, the presence of salt in the air
in coastal areas, or heavy road salt use accelerates
the corrosion process. Road salt also accelerates
the disintegration of paint surfaces. ...
Towing recommended by NISSAN
NISSAN recommends that your vehicle be towed
with the driving (front) wheels off the ground or
place the vehicle on a flat bed truck as illustrated.
A (CVT) Continuously Variable Transmission&l ...