New Vehicle Break-In
Notice: The vehicle does not need an elaborate break-in. But it will perform
better in the long run if you follow these guidelines:
- Do not drive at any one constant speed, fast or slow, for the first 805 km (500 mi). Do not make full-throttle starts. Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle.
- Avoid making hard stops for the first 322 km (200 mi) or so. During this time the new brake linings are not 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.
Following break-in, engine speed and load can be gradually increased.
See also:
Engine Compartment Overview
2.4L L4 Engine
A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter.
B. Engine Cover.
C. Engine Cooling Fans (Out of
View). See Cooling System.
D. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine
Oil.
E. Engine Oil Dipstick (Out o ...
Parking on Hills
WARNING
Parking the vehicle on a hill with the trailer attached can be
dangerous. If something goes wrong, the rig could start to move. People can be injured,
and both the vehicle and the trailer ...
Control of a Vehicle
Braking, steering, and accelerating
are important factors in helping to
control a vehicle while driving. ...