Buick 2011 Lacrosse - Manual (Page 266)

Black plate (16,1) Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual - 2011
9-16 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 inside the vehicle can
strike and injure people in a
sudden stop or turn, or in a
crash.
. Put things in the cargo
area of the vehicle. In the
cargo area, put them as
far forward as possible.
Try to spread the weight
evenly.
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WARNING (Continued)
. Never stack heavier
things, like suitcases,
inside the vehicle so that
some of them are above
the tops of the seats.
. Do not leave an
unsecured child restraint
in the vehicle.
. Secure loose items in the
vehicle.
. Do not leave a seat folded
down unless needed.
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:
. 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.
. During the first 1 000 km
(600 mi), avoid using more
than moderate acceleration
in lower gears and avoid
vehicle speeds above
110 km/h (68 mph).
. Between the first
1 000 km (600 mi) and
5 000 km (3,000 mi),
heavy acceleration in
lower gears can be used.