Driving tips

Running-in

~1min read

Tires

WARNING

New tyres must be run in over a distance of approximately 500 km.

During this period, the vehicle's road behaviour may be different.

Brakes

WARNING

Avoid heavy braking during the first 150 km in urban driving and during the first 1,500 km on motorways.

Engine Running

WARNING

Avoid driving too fast during the first 1,500 km. Frequently vary the vehicle speed and change gear relatively early.

Test yourself

A quick Ford Mondeo quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.