Driving Hints
•
Do not carry unnecessary weight in your
COLD WEATHER
vehicle as extra weight wastes fuel.
PRECAUTIONS
•
Do not add unnecessary accessories
to the exterior of your vehicle, for
The functional operation of some
example running boards. If you use a
components and systems can be affected
roof rack, remember to fold it down or
at temperatures below approximately
remove it when not in use.
-25°C (-13°F).
•
Do not shift into neutral when you are
braking or when your vehicle is slowing
BREAKING-IN
down.
•
Shut all windows when driving at high
Tires
speeds.
You need to break in new tires for
•
Switch off all electric systems when
approximately 480 km (300 mi). During
not in use, for example air conditioning.
this time, your vehicle may exhibit some
Make sure that you unplug any
unusual driving characteristics.
accessories from the auxiliary power
points when not in use.
Brakes and Clutch
Avoid heavy use of the brakes and clutch
DRIVING THROUGH SHALLOW
if possible for the first 160 km (100 mi) in
WATER
town and for the first 1,600 km (1,000 mi)
on freeways.
WARNING: Do not attempt to
DRIVING ECONOMICALLY
cross a deep or flowing body of water.
Failure to follow this instruction could
The following helps to improve fuel
result in the loss of control of your
consumption:
vehicle, personal injury or death.
• Drive smoothly, accelerate gently and
anticipate the road ahead to avoid
Note: Driving through standing water can
heavy braking.
cause vehicle damage.
• Regularly check your tire pressures and
Note: Engine damage can occur if water
make sure that they are inflated to the
enters the air filter.
correct pressure.
Before driving through standing water,
• Follow the recommended maintenance
check the depth. Never drive through water
schedule and carry out the
that is higher than the bottom of the front
recommended checks.
rocker area of your vehicle.
• Plan your journey and check the traffic
before you set off. It is more efficient
to combine errands into a single trip
whenever possible.
• Avoid idling the engine in cold weather
or for extended periods. Start the
engine only when you are ready to set
off.
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Puma (CF7) Vehicles Built From: 27-03-2023, CG3833en enGBR, Edition date: 202301, First-Printing
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