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:
Essentials of good fuel economy
Measuring techniques
Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, the driver.
You must gather information as accurately and consistently as possible. Fuel expense,
frequenc ...
Personal Safety System
The Personal Safety System provides an improved overall level of frontal crash
protection to front seat occupants and is designed to help further reduce the risk
of airbag-related injuries. The sy ...
Manual transmission operation (if equipped)
Using the clutch
Manual transmission vehicles have a starter interlock that prevents cranking
the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully pressed.
To start the vehicle:
1. Make sure the parking b ...