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:
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 ...
Difference between predictive and actual distances
Backing up on a steep uphill
When backing up the vehicle up a hill, the distance
guide lines and the vehicle width guide
lines are shown closer than the actual distance.
For example, the displ ...
Center multi-function control panel (models with color display screen)
With navigation system
1. “STATUS” status display button
2, 6, 7, 8, 9.
For navigation system control buttons (Refer to
the separate Navigation System Owner’s Manual.)
3. Multi-function c ...
