Driving Hints
BREAKING-IN
You need to break in new tires for approximately 300 miles (480 kilometers). During this time, your vehicle may exhibit some unique driving characteristics. Avoid driving too fast during the first 1000 miles (1600 kilometers). Vary your speed frequently and change up through the gears early. Do not labor the engine. Do not tow during the first 1000 miles (1600 kilometers).
See also:
Maintenance product specifications and capacities
1Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.
2Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need
only meet the requirements of Ford specification WS ...
Front manual seats
WARNING: Do not adjust the driver’s seat or seat back while the vehicle
is moving.
WARNING: Rock the seat backwards and forwards after releasing the lever
to make sure that it is fully engaged. ...
Hill start assist
WARNING: The hill start assist feature does not replace the parking brake.
When you leave the vehicle, always apply the parking brake and shift the transmission
into P (Park).
WARNING: You must r ...