CHEVROLET 2012 Camaro - Manual (Page 225)

Black plate (19,1) Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual (Include Mex) - 2012
Driving and Operating 9-19
Starting and
Operating
New Vehicle Break-In
Notice: Follow these
recommended guidelines during
the first 2 414 km (1,500 mi) 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 mi):
. Avoid full throttle starts and
abrupt stops.
. Do not exceed
4000 engine rpm.
. Avoid driving at any one
constant speed, fast or slow.
. Do not drive above
129 km/h (80 mph).
. Avoid downshifting to brake
or slow the vehicle when the
engine speed will exceed
4,000 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 mi).
. To break in new tires, drive at
moderate speeds and avoid
hard cornering for the first
322 km (200 mi). 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 mi). 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.
See Racing or Other Competitive
Driving on page 9‑6.
Front Fascia
The vehicle is equipped with a front
fascia which has minimal ground
clearance.
Use care when approaching curbs,
bumps or objects on road surfaces
and avoid them when possible.