2000 Chevrolet Tracker Owner's Manual - Page 66

Key in the Ignition If you leave your vehicle withthe keys inside, it's an easy targetfor joy riders or professional thieves so -don't do it. When you park your Chevrolet and open driver's the door, you'll hear a tone reminding you remove your to key from the ignition and take with you. Always do it this. Your steering wheel will locked, and so will be your ignition.If you have an automatic transmission, taking your key also locks your transmission. And out remember to lock the doors. New Vehicle ccBreak-InSS NOTICE: Your vehicle doesn't need an elaborate "break-in.)' But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: 0 Keep your speed 55 mph (88 k m h ) or at less for thefirst 500 miles (805 km). 0 Don't drive at any one speed fast or slow for thefirst 500 miles (805 km). Don't make full-throttle starts. 0 Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles (322km) orso. During this time your new brake linings aren'tyet broken in. Hard stopswith new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake linings. 0 Don't tow a trailer duringbreak-in. See "Towing a Trailer" in the Index for more information. Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your vehicle. Rememberto keep your valuables out sight. of Put them in storage area, or take them with a you. -- -- 2-7