Starting and operating, New vehicle break-in, And operating -16 – Buick 2011 Regal User Manual

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Driving and Operating

If you put things inside the
vehicle — like suitcases, tools,
packages, or anything
else — they will go as fast as the
vehicle goes. If you have to stop
or turn quickly, or if there is a
crash, they will keep going.

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WARNING

Things you put inside the
vehicle can strike and injure
people in a sudden stop or
turn, or in a crash.

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Put things in the cargo
area of the vehicle. In the
cargo area, put them as
far forward as you can.
Try to spread the weight
evenly.

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WARNING (Continued)

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Never stack heavier
things, like suitcases,
inside the vehicle so that
some of them are above
the tops of the seats.

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Do not leave an
unsecured child restraint
in the vehicle.

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When you carry something
inside the vehicle, secure
it whenever you can.

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Do not leave a seat folded
down unless you need to.

Starting and
Operating

New Vehicle Break-In

Notice: The vehicle does not
need an elaborate break-in. But it
will perform better in the long run
if you follow these guidelines:

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Do not drive at any one
constant speed, fast or
slow, for the first 805 km
(500 miles). Do not make
full-throttle starts. Avoid
downshifting to brake or
slow the vehicle.

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Avoid making hard stops for
the first 322 km (200 miles) or
so. During this time the new
brake linings are not yet
broken in. Hard stops with
new linings can mean
premature wear and earlier
replacement. Follow this
breaking-in guideline every
time you get new brake
linings.

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