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 (805 km).
See also:
Brake pad wear warning
The disc brake pads have audible wear
warnings. When a brake pad requires
replacement, it will make a high pitched
scraping sound when the vehicle is in
motion. This scraping sound will first ...
Warning lights
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) warning light (AWD models) (if so equipped)
The warning light comes on when
the ignition switch is pushed to ON. It turns off soon after the engine is started.
If the AWD ...
Brake assist (if so equipped)
When the force applied to the brake pedal exceeds a certain level, the brake assist is activated generating greater braking force than a conventional brake booster even with light pedal force.
WARNIN ...
