Vehicle break-in process
No special break-in period is needed.
By following a few simple precautions for the first 1,000 km (600 miles) you may add to the performance, economy and life of your vehicle.
• Do not race the engine.
• Do not maintain a single speed for long periods of time, either fast or slow. Varying engine speed is needed to properly break-in the engine.
• Avoid hard stops, except in emergencies, to allow the brakes to seat properly.
• Avoid full-throttle starts.
See also:
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items
Engine oil and filter
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changed at the intervals specified in the
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Check the stroke of the parking
brake by counting the number of
“clicks’’ heard while fully applying it
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