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. When washing the vehicle using a
high-pressure washer, do not apply
direct washer pressure on the sonar
sensors. This may cause a malfunction
of the sonar sensors.
CAUTION
During the first 1,200 miles (2,000
km), follow these recommendations
to obtain maximum engine perfor-
mance and ensure the future relia-
bility and economy of your new
vehicle. Failure to follow these re-
commendations may result in shor-
tened engine life and reduced engine
performance.
. Avoid driving for long periods at con-
stant speed, either fast or slow. Do not
run the engine over 4,000 rpm.
. Do not accelerate at full throttle in any
gear.
. Avoid quick starts.
. Avoid hard braking as much as possi-
ble.
. Do not tow a trailer for the first 500
miles (800 km). Your engine, axle or
other parts could be damaged.
Follow these easy-to-use Fuel Efficient
Driving Tips to help you achieve the most
fuel economy from your vehicle.
1. Use smooth accelerator and brake
pedal application.
.
Avoid rapid starts and stops.
.
Use smooth, gentle accelerator and
brake application whenever possi-
ble.
.
Maintain constant speed while
commuting and coast whenever
possible.
2. Maintain constant speed.
.
Look ahead to try and anticipate
and minimize stops.
.
Synchronizing your speed with traf-
fic lights allows you to reduce your
number of stops.
.
Maintaining a steady speed can
minimize red light stops and im-
prove fuel efficiency.
3. Use air conditioning (A/C) at higher
vehicle speeds.
.
Below 40 MPH (64 km/h), it is more
efficient to open windows to cool
the vehicle due to reduced engine
load.
.
Above 40 MPH (64 km/h), it is more
efficient to use A/C to cool the
vehicle due to increased aerody-
namic drag.
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BREAK-IN SCHEDULE FUEL EFFICIENT DRIVING TIPS
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