Breaking in your vehicle

Following these simple precautions for the first 600 miles (1,000 km) may increase the performance, economy, and lifespan of your vehicle:

  • Do not race the engine.

  • Avoid sudden acceleration.

  • Do not maintain a single engine speed, either fast or slow, for long periods of time. Varying engine speeds is necessary to properly break in the engine.

  • Avoid hard stops, except in emergencies, to allow the brakes to seat properly.

  • Don’t tow a trailer during the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km) of operation.

  • Depending on your break-in process, fuel economy and engine performance may vary and will stabilize after 4,000 miles (6,000 km). The engine may consume more oil during the break-in period.