15 OPERATING THE VEHICLE OPERATING THE VEHICLE OPERATING NEW VEHICLE How a new vehicle is handled and maintained determines the life of the vehicle. A new vehicle just off the factory production line has been, of course, tested, but the various parts are not accustomed to each other, so care should be taken to operate the vehicle for the first 50 hours at a slower speed and avoid excessive work or operation until the various parts become "broken-in." The manner in which the vehicle is handled during the "breaking-in." period greatly affects the life of your vehicle.
Therefore, to obtain the maximum performance and the longest life of the vehicle, it is very important to properly break-in your vehicle. In handling a new vehicle, the following precautions should be observed. STARTING 1. Fasten the seat belt. B Seat Belt To avoid personal injury: A Seat belts reduce injury. Always wear your seat belts. The lap-style seat belts may not provide adequate protection for small children. Special care is recommended when carrying a child passenger. B Do not Operate the Vehicle at Full Speed for the First 50 Hours A Do not start quickly nor apply the brakes suddenly. A In winter, operate the vehicle after fully warming up the engine.
A Do not run the engine at speeds faster than necessary. A On rough roads, slow down to suitable speeds. Do not operate the vehicle at fast speed. The above precautions are not limited only to new vehicles, but to all vehicles. But it should be especially observed in the case of new vehicles. To avoid personal injury: A Always use the seat belts when operating and riding in the vehicle. Adjust the seat belts for proper fit and connect the buckle. This seat belt is an auto-locking retractable type. B Changing Lubricating Oil for New Vehicles The lubricating oil is especially important in the case of a new vehicle. The various parts are not "broken-in" and are not accustomed to each other.
Small pieces of metal grit may develop during the operation of the vehicle; and this may wear out or damage the parts. Therefore, care should be taken to change the lubricating oil a little earlier than would ordinarily be required. For further details of change interval hours, see "MAINTENANCE" section. (1) Seat belt