Caution:The vehicle does not need an elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in thelong run if you follow these guidelines:
Do not drive at any one constant speed, fast or slow, for the first 805-km (500-mi).Do not make full-throttle starts. Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle.Avoid making hard stops for the first 322-km (200-mi) or so. During this time thenew brake linings are not yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean prematurewear and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline every time you getnew brake linings.Following break-in, engine speed and load can be gradually increased.
If a Tire Goes Flat
It is unusual for a tire to blow out
while driving, especially if the tires
are maintained properly. See Tires. If air goes out of a tire, it is
much more likely to leak out slowly.
But if there is ever a blowout, here
are a few tips about what to expect
and what to do:
If a front tire fail ...