Theft
New
Vehicle
LLBreak-In”
Vehicle theft
is
big business, especially in some cities.
Although your Geo has
a
number of theft deterrent
features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it
impossible to steal. However, there are ways
you
can
help.
Key
in
the
Ignition
If
you walk away
from
your vehicle with the keys
inside, it’s an easy target for joy riders or professional
thieves
--
so
don’t do it.
When you park your
Geo
and open the driver’s door,
you’ll hear
a
chime reminding you to remove your key
from the ignition and take it with you. Always do this.
Your steering wheel will be locked, and
so
will your
ignition. If you have an automatic transmission, taking
your key out also
locks
your transmission. And
remember
to
lock the doors.
Parking
at
Night
Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your
vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out
of
sight.
Put them in
a
storage area, or take them with
you.
NOTICE:
Your modern
Geo
doesn’t need an elaborate
“break-in.” But it will perform better in the long
run
if
you follow these guidelines:
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Keep your speed at
55
mph
(88
km/h) or
less for the
first
500
miles
(804
km).
Don’t drive at any one speed
--
fast or
slow
--
for the
first
500
miles
(804
km).
Don’t make full-throttle starts.
Avoid making hard stops for the first
200
miles
(322
km)
or
so.
During this time
your new brake linings aren’t yet broken
in. Hard stops with new linings can mean
premature wear and earlier replacement.
Follow this “breaking-in” guideline every
time you get new brake linings.
Don’t tow a trailer during “break-in.” See
“Towing a Trailer” in the Index for more
information.
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