Break-in schedule

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. 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:
Vehicle information display
The vehicle information display
The vehicle information display (1) is located on
the bottom of the speedometer. It displays such
items as:
- cruise control system information.
- Intelligent ...
Oil viscosity
The engine oil viscosity or thickness changes
with temperature. Because of this, it is important
to select the engine oil viscosity based on the
temperatures at which the vehicle will be operate ...
Vents
Adjust air flow direction for the driver’s and passenger’s
side 1 , and center 2 ventilators by
moving the ventilator slide and/or ventilator assemblies.
Open or close the ventilators 1 by ...
