Infiniti S51-D owner manual BREAK-IN Schedule, Increasing Fuel Economy

the IBA OFF indicator light will turn off.

The IBA system will remain in the last ON or OFF state it was left in until it is manually changed by pressing the IBA OFF switch.

Illumination of the IBA OFF indicator light without the warning chime sound is an indication that the IBA system is tempora- rily unavailable. It will occur under the following conditions:

—When driving into a strong light (for example, sunlight)

The IBA OFF indicator light will turn off when the system returns to its normal operating conditions.

For the sensor maintenance, see “INTELLI-

GENT CRUISE CONTROL (ICC) SYSTEM (FULL SPEED RANGE)” earlier in this section.

5-68Starting and driving

BREAK-IN SCHEDULE

CAUTION

During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km), follow these recommendations to obtain maximum engine performance and ensure the future reliability and economy of your new vehicle.

Failure to follow these recommendations may result in shortened engine life and reduced engine performance.

.Avoid driving for long periods at con- stant speed, either fast or slow. Do not run the engine over 4,000 rpm.

.Do not accelerate at full throttle in any gear.

. Avoid quick starts.

.Avoid hard braking as much as possi- ble.

.Do not tow a trailer for the first 500 miles (805 km).

INCREASING FUEL ECONOMY

.Accelerate slowly and smoothly. Main- tain cruising speeds with a constant accelerator position.

.Drive at moderate speeds on the high- way.

.Avoid unnecessary stopping and brak- ing. Keep a safe distance behind other vehicles.

.Select a gear range suitable to road conditions.

.Avoid unnecessary prolonged engine idling.

.Keep your engine tuned up.

.Follow the recommended periodic maintenance schedule.

.Keep the tires inflated at the correct pressure. Improper tire pressure will increase wear and waste fuel.

.Make sure the front wheels are properly aligned. Improper alignment will cause premature tire wear and lower fuel economy.

.Climate control operation lowers fuel economy. Use the air conditioner only when necessary.

.When cruising at highway speeds, it is more economical to use the air condi-