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WARNING! (Continued)
• If your vehicle is equipped with a split rear seat,
make sure the tether strap does not slip into the
opening between the seatbacks as you remove
slack in the strap.
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Transporting Pets
Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your
pet. An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and
possibly injured, or injure a passenger during panic
braking or in a collision.
Rear Seat Tether Strap Mounting
Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet har-
nesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.
4. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the
child restraint manufacturer’s instructions.
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
WARNING!
A long break-in period is not required for the engine
and drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle.
• An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to
increased head motion and possible injury to the
child. Use only the anchorage position directly
behind the child seat to secure a child restraint
top tether strap.
Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or
55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the
limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in.
Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be
detrimental and should be avoided.
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