Running-in recommendations
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During
the running-in period for the first 1,000 km (620 miles), it is advisable to drive your new vehicle using the following precautions as a guideline to aid long
life as well as future economy and performance.
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Do not race the engine at high speeds.
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Avoid rapid starting, accelerating, braking and prolonged high-speed running.
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Keep to the running-in speed limit shown below.
Please note that the legal speed limits displayed must be adhered to.
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Do not exceed loading limits.
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Refrain from towing a trailer.
Vehicles with M/T
Shift point
Speed limit
Petrol-powered vehicles
Diesel-powered vehicles
1600 models 2000 models
1
st
gear
30 km/h (19 mph) 30 km/h (19 mph) 20 km/h (12 mph)
2
nd
gear
60 km/h (37 mph) 65 km/h (40 mph) 45 km/h (28 mph)
3
rd
gear
90 km/h (56 mph) 95 km/h (59 mph) 70 km/h (43 mph)
4
th
gear
125 km/h (78 mph) 120 km/h (74 mph) 95 km/h (59 mph)
5
th
gear
155 km/h (96 mph) 155 km/h (96 mph) 120 km/h (74 mph)
6
th
gear
- - 135 km/h (84 mph)
Starting and driving
4-04
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