Cadillac 2010 CTS - Manuel (Page 257)

Driving and Operating 8-17
Starting and
Operating
New Vehicle Break-In
Follow these recommended
guidelines during the first
2 414 km/1,500 miles of driving
this vehicle. Parts have a break-in
period and performance will be
better in the long run.
For the first 2 414 km/1,500 miles:
. Avoid full throttle starts and
abrupt stops.
. Do not exceed 4,000
engine rpm.
. Avoid driving at any one
constant speed, fast or slow.
. Avoid downshifting to brake or
slow the vehicle when the
engine speed will exceed
4000 RPM.
. Do not let the engine labor.
Never lug the engine in high
gear at low speeds. With a
manual transmission, shift to the
next lower gear. This rule
applies at all times, not just
during the break-in period.
. Do not participate in track
events, sport driving schools,
or similar activities during this
break–in period.
. Check engine oil with every
refueling and add if necessary.
Oil and fuel consumption may be
higher than normal during the
first 2 414 km/1,500 miles.
. To break in new tires, drive at
moderate speeds and avoid hard
cornering for the first 322 km/
200 miles. New tires do not have
maximum traction and may tend
to slip.
. New brake linings also need a
break–in period. Avoid making
hard stops during the first
322 km/200 miles. This is
recommended every time brake
linings are replaced.