Chevrolet Cruze Quiz
Driving and Operation

Break-In of a New Vehicle

In this manual: Driving and Operation
Introduction — 5Driving Information — 32Keys, Doors and Windows — 56Seats, Safety Systems — 22Storage Compartments — 14Instruments and Controls — 59Lighting — 22Infotainment System — 4Climate Control — 26Driving and Operation — 49Vehicle Care — 59Service and Maintenance — 10Specifications — 9Customer Information — 1Multimedia Manual — 57
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Observe the following precautions during the first several hundred kilometers (miles) of driving to ensure economy, maintain optimum driving performance and extend the service life of the vehicle:

• Avoid sudden starts with the throttle fully open.

• Do not rev the engine to high speed without load.

• Avoid hard braking except in emergency situations. Observing this requirement is necessary for proper brake break-in.

• To prevent engine damage and save fuel, avoid sudden starts, acceleration and prolonged high-speed driving.

• Avoid accelerating with the throttle fully open in low gear.

• Do not tow other vehicles.

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