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.
See also:
Operation under adverse driving conditions
On a flooded road
• Avoid flooded roads. Water could enter the brake discs, resulting in temporarily
ineffective brakes. In such cases, lightly depress the brake pedal to see if the
brakes oper ...
If the vehicle breaks down
If the vehicle breaks down on the road, move it to the shoulder and use the hazard
warning flashers.
If the engine stops/fails
Vehicle operation and control are affected if the engine stops. Befor ...
The side airbags and curtain airbags MAY NOT DEPLOY when…
With certain types of side collisions, the vehicle’s body structure is designed
to absorb the shock to help protect the occupants from harm. (The vehicle body’s
side area may deform significan ...