CHEVROLET 2011 Camaro - Manual (Page 220)

Black plate (18,1) Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011
9-18 Driving and Operating
Starting and
Operating
New Vehicle Break-In
Notice: 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.
. Do not drive above
160 km/h (100 mph).
. 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 racing
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.
. Should the vehicle be used
for racing or competitive
driving (after break‐in), the
rear axle lubricant must be
replaced before hand.