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:
Roof carrier precaution
CAUTION
(1) Make sure that the weight of the luggage does not exceed the allowable
roof load. If the allowable roof load is exceeded, this may cause damage to the
vehicle. The roof load is the to ...
Setting the system
1. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position.
Also, if a key was used to start the engine, remove the key from the ignition
switch.
2. Get out of the vehicle. Close all doors and rear ha ...
Gas Mileage
The Lancer GT's gas mileage maxes out at an EPA-estimated 31 mpg on the
highway — a number that was merely average even back when this Lancer generation
was introduced. The smaller, more efficie ...