9-18 Driving and Operating
Starting and
Operating
New Vehicle Break-In
Follow these recommended
guidelines during the first 2 414 km
(1,500 miles) of driving this vehicle.
Parts have a break-in period and
performance will be better in
the long run.
For the first 322 km (200 miles):
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To break in new tires, drive at
moderate speeds and avoid hard
cornering for the first 322 km
(200 miles).
.
New brake linings also need a
break- in period. Avoid making
hard stops during the first
322 km (200 miles). This is
recommended every time brake
linings are replaced.
For the first 80 km (500 miles):
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Avoid full throttle starts and
abrupt stops.
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Do not exceed 4,000 rpm.
.
Avoid driving at any one
constant speed, fast or slow,
including the use of cruise
control.
.
Avoid downshifting to brake or
slow the vehicle when the
engine speed will exceed
4000 rpm.
.
Do not let the engine labor.
Never lug the engine in high
gear at low speeds. With a
manual transmission, shift to
the next lower gear. This rule
applies at all times, not just
during the break-in period.
For the first 2 414 km (1,500 miles):
.
Do not participate in track
events, sport driving schools,
or similar activities during the
first 2 414 km (1,500 miles).
.
Check engine oil with every
refueling and add if necessary.
Oil and fuel consumption may be
higher than normal during the
first 2 414 km (1,500 miles).
Front Air Dam
The vehicle is equipped with a front
air dam which has minimal ground
clearance.
Vehicles with the ZR1 package,
or Z06 vehicles with RPO CFZ, also
come with a splitter made from
carbon fiber.
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