Running-in recommendations
During the running-in period for the first 1,000 km (620 miles), it is advisable to drive your new vehicle using the following precautions as a guideline to aid long life as well as future economy and performance.
► Do not race the engine at high speeds.
► Avoid rapid starting, accelerating, braking and prolonged high-speed running.
► Keep to the running-in speed limit shown below.
Please note that the legal speed limits must be adhered to.
► Do not exceed loading limits.
► Refrain from towing a trailer.
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Cleaning the outside of your vehicle
If the following is left on your vehicle, it may cause corrosion, discolouration
and stains, wash the vehicle as soon as possible.
Seawater, anti-freeze for road use.
Soot and dust, iron powde ...
Shifting using the gearshift lever
Selecting manual shifting
While the vehicle is stopped or being driven, move the gearshift lever from the
“D” (DRIVE) position in the main shift gate towards the driver’s seat to select
man ...
Servicing of plastic parts
Use a sponge or chamois leather. If a car wax adheres on a grey or black rough
surface of the bumper, moulding or lamps, the surface becomes white. In such a case,
wipe it off using lukewarm water ...