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:
Operating the manual liftgate (if so equipped)
Liftgate switch
Instrument panel switch
The power door lock system allows you to lock or
unlock all doors including the liftgate simultaneously.
To open the liftgate, pull up on the handle ...
Supplemental air bag warning labels
Warning labels about the supplemental frontimpact
air bag system are placed in the vehicle
as shown in the illustration.
SRS air bag
The warning labels 1 are located on the
surface of the sun ...
Draining of coolant water
If the vehicle is to be left outside without antifreeze,
drain the cooling system, including the
engine block. Refill before operating the vehicle.
For details, see “Engine cooling system” in ...