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. 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:
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) warning light (AWD models)*
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light
Brake warning light
Charge warning light
Electric power steering warning light
Engine oi ...
Driving on snow or ice
WARNING
● Wet ice (32°F, 0°C and freezing rain),
very cold snow or ice can be slick and
very hard to drive on. The vehicle will
have much less traction or “grip” under
these condition ...
Trunk lid (CrossCabriolet models)
WARNING
• Do not drive with the trunk lid
open.
This could allow dangerous exhaust
gases to be drawn into the vehicle.
See “Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)”
in the “5. Starting and dr ...
