RUNNING-IN PERIOD
BEFORE DRIVING OFF
Following a few simple precautions for the
first few hundred miles can add to the fu-
ture performance, economy and long life of
your car.
• Adjust your seating position.
• Adjust the interior and exterior mirrors
• Ensure that all occupants of the cal
have fastened their seat-belts.
• Check the operation of the warnin(;
lights when the key is turned to the
"II'
position.
• Check all the gauges.
• Release the hand brake and ensure
that the brake warning light turns off.
• Be sure you understand your car and
its equipment and how to operate it
safely.
• Ensure that the windows, exterior rear-
view mirrors and lights are clean, un-
damaged and unobstructed.
• Visually note the inflation condition
of the tyres.
• Check that all lights are working.
• Check that the area is clear if you are
about to reverse.
• Check under the vehicle for leaks.
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• Do not race the engine.
• Drive at varying speeds, trying not to
"strain" the engine.
• Avoid hard stops, except
In
emergen-
cies.
This will allow the brakes to bed In
properly.
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It is the owner's responsibility to fre-
quently check aI/lights, signaling sys-
tems and warning indicator lights. It is
important that any malfunction is cor-
rected promptly to ensure the safety of
you, your passengers and other
drivers.
• Avoid full-throttle starts.
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