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BREAKING-IN
Tires
New tires need to be run-in for approximately
300 mi (500 km). During this time, you may
experience different driving characteristics.
Brakes and Clutch
Avoid heavy use of the brakes and clutch if
possible for the first 100 mi (150 km) in town
and for the first 1,000 mi (1,500 km) on
freeways.
Engine
Avoid driving too fast during the first 1,000 mi
(1,500 km). Vary your speed frequently and
change up through the gears early. Do not
labor the engine.
REDUCED ENGINE PERFORMANCE
WARNING: If you continue to drive
your vehicle when the engine is
overheating, the engine could stop without
warning. Failure to follow this instruction
could result in the loss of control of your
vehicle.
If the engine coolant temperature gauge
needle moves to the upper limit position, the
engine is overheating. See Gauges (page
107).
You must only drive your vehicle for a short
distance if the engine overheats. The
distance you can travel depends on ambient
temperature, vehicle load and terrain. The
engine continues to operate with limited
power for a short period of time.
If the engine temperature continues to rise,
the fuel supply to the engine reduces. The
air conditioning switches off and the engine
cooling fan operates continually.
1. Gradually reduce your speed and stop
your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do
so.
2. Immediately switch the engine off to
prevent severe engine damage.
3. Wait for the engine to cool down.
4. Check the coolant level. See Engine
Coolant Check (page 324).
5. Have your vehicle checked as soon as
possible.
ECONOMICAL DRIVING
Fuel economy is affected by several things
such as how you drive, the conditions you
drive under and how you maintain your
vehicle.
There are some things to keep in mind that
may improve your fuel economy:
• Accelerate and slow down in a smooth,
moderate fashion.
• Drive at steady speeds.
• Anticipate stops; slowing down may
eliminate the need to stop.
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Nautilus (CD9) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, Edition date: 201806, First-Printing
Driving Hints
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