GENERAL DRIVING POINTS
Vehicles with a diesel engine
If the low fuel level warning lamp comes
on, refuel as soon as possible. If you
continue driving without refuelling, the
engine will start to run unevenly. This
indicates that you are about to run out of
fuel. Refuel immediately.
RUNNING-IN
Tyres
WARNING
New tyres need to be run-in for
approximately 500 kilometres (300
miles). During this time, you may
experience different driving
characteristics.
Brakes and clutch
WARNING
Avoid heavy use of the brakes and
clutch if possible for the first 150
kilometres (100 miles) in town and
for the first 1 500 kilometres (1 000 miles)
on motorways.
Engine
CAUTION
Avoid driving too fast during the first
1 500 kilometres (1 000 miles). Vary
your speed frequently and change
up through the gears early. Do not labour
the engine.
COLD WEATHER
PRECAUTIONS
The functional operation of some
components and systems can be
affected at temperatures below -30°C
(-22°F).
REDUCED ENGINE
PERFORMANCE
Your vehicle can be driven briefly if the
engine overheats, without damage to the
engine. The engine will continue to
operate with limited power. The distance
you can travel depends on ambient
temperature, vehicle load, and terrain.
If the needle moves to the upper limit
position, the engine is overheating. See
Gauges (page 38).
If the temperature continues to rise, the
fuel supply to the engine will be reduced.
The air conditioning (if fitted) will also be
turned off and the engine cooling fan will
operate.
CAUTION
Continued operation will increase the
engine temperature, and cause the
engine to shut down completely.
•
Stop your vehicle as soon as possible.
•
Immediately turn off the engine to
prevent severe engine damage.
•
Wait for the engine to cool down.
•
Check the coolant level. See Engine
coolant check (page 97).
•
Have the vehicle checked by an
expert immediately.
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