Ford Focus Quiz
Driving hints

Running-in

In this manual: Driving hints
Introduction — 4Quick start — 1Child safety — 6Occupant protection — 8Keys and remote controls — 4Locks — 4Engine immobiliser — 5Alarm — 3Steering wheel — 4Wipers and washers — 9Lighting — 15Windows and mirrors — 5Instruments — 4Information displays — 5Climate control — 8Seats — 7Convenience features — 16Starting the engine — 11Fuel and refuelling — 11Transmission — 3Brakes — 4Stability control — 3Parking aid — 3Rear view camera — 3Cruise control — 3Load carrying — 6Towing — 3Convertible top — 3Driving hints — 4Emergency equipment — 3Status after a collision — 3Fuses — 4Vehicle recovery — 3Maintenance — 22Vehicle care — 4Vehicle battery — 3Wheels and tyres — 9Vehicle identification — 3Technical specifications — 1Telephone — 7Voice control — 7Connectivity — 6Navigation introduction — 2Navigation system — 2Appendices — 3
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Tyres New tyres need to be run-in for approximately 500 kilometres (300 miles). During this time, you may experience different driving characteristics. Brakes and clutch Avoid heavy use of the brakes and clutch if possible for the first 150 kilometres (100 miles) in town and for the first 1 500 kilometres (1 000 miles) on motorways. Engine All vehicles Avoid driving too fast during the first 1 500 kilometres (1 000 miles). Vary your speed frequently and change up through the gears early. Do not labour the engine. Focus RS

Always allow the engine to reach normal operating temperature gradually.

Do not exceed 5 000 rpm and three-quarter throttle within the running-in period.

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