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:
Instrument panel
Vent, used to direct airflow into the cabin and help distribute heating, cooling, or ventilation from the
climate control system.
Headlight/turn signal switch, positioned for conv ...
Storage
Front-door pockets
Lower console storage tray
Seatback pockets
There is one seatback pocket located on the back of the passenger seat. This pocket can be used to store maps,
pape ...
Tachometer
The tachometer indicates engine speed in revolutions
per minute (rpm). Do not rev engine into
the red zone 1 .
CAUTION
When engine speed approaches the red
zone, reduce engine speed. Operating ...
