Introduction
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS
VEHICLE BREAK-IN
PROCESS
This vehicle should not be modified.
Modification of your vehicle could No special break-in period is need-
affect its performance, safety or ed. By following a few simple precau-
durability and may even violate gov- tions for the first 600 miles (1,000
ernmental safety and emissions reg- km) you may add to the perform-
ulations.
ance, economy and life of your vehi-
cle.
In addition, damage or performance
problems resulting from any modifi- • Do not race the engine.
cation may not be covered under
warranty.
• While driving, keep your engine
speed (rpm, or revolutions per
minute) between 2,000 rpm and
4,000 rpm.
• If you use unauthorized electronic
devices, it may cause the vehicle to
operate abnormally, wire damage,
battery discharge and fire. For your
safety, do not use unauthorized
electronic devices.
• Do not maintain a single speed for
long periods of time, either fast or
slow. Varying engine speed is
needed to properly break-in the
engine.
• Avoid hard stops, except in emer-
gencies, to allow the brakes to seat
properly.
• Don't tow a trailer during the first
1,200 miles (2,000 km) of opera-
tion.
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