Cadillac ATS Automobile User Manual


 
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Cadillac ATS Owner Manual - 2013 - crc - 6/5/12
Driving and Operating 9-15
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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Secure loose items in the
vehicle.
.
Do not leave a seat folded
down unless needed.
Starting and
Operating
New Vehicle Break-In
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):
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Avoid full throttle starts and
abrupt stops.
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Do not exceed 4000 engine rpm.
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Avoid driving at any one
constant speed, fast or slow.
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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.
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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).
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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.