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[IN06000( ALL)01/95] Breaking Your Vehicle In
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[IN06100( ALL)03/95]
Your new vehicle goes through an adjustment or
break-in period during the first 1,000 miles
(1,600 km) that you drive it. During the break-in
period, you need to pay careful attention to how
you drive your vehicle.
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[IN06300( ALL)01/95]
❑
Avoid sudden stops. Because your vehicle
has new brake linings, you should take these
steps:
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[IN06400( ALL)01/95]
— Watch traffic carefully so that you can
anticipate when to stop.
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[IN06500( ALL)01/95]
— Begin braking well in advance.
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[IN06600( ALL)01/95]
— Apply the brakes gradually.
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[IN06700( ALL)01/95]
The break-in period for new brake linings
lasts for 100 miles (160 km) of city driving or
1,000 miles (1,600 km) of highway driving.
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[IN06800( ALL)01/95]
❑
Use only the type of engine oil that Ford
recommends. See Engine oil recommendations
in the Index. Do not use special “break-in”
oils.
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[IN07000( ALL)04/95]
Your vehicle is equipped with an Electronic
Powertrain Control Module that limits engine
and/or vehicle speeds with a cut-out mode to
promote durability.
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[IN07100( ALL)04/95] Cleaning the Outside of Your
Vehicle
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[IN07130( ALL)07/95]
Pollen, bird droppings and tree sap can damage
the paint, especially in hot weather. Wash your
vehicle as often as necessary to keep it clean.
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[IN07160( ALL)07/95]
Take similar precautions if your vehicle is
exposed to chemical industrial fallout.
File:02rcinm.ex
Update:Wed Mar 27 09:22:17 1996
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