1996 Mercury Villager Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 8

Introductory Information When you purchase Ford ESP, you receive peace-of-mind protection throughout the United States and Canada, provided by a network of more than 5,100 participating Ford Motor Company dealers. NOTE: Repairs performed outside the United States and Canada are not eligible for ESP coverage. This information is subject to change. Ask your dealer for complete details about Ford ESP coverage. Break-In Period for Your Villager Your new vehicle will go through an adjustment or break-in period during the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of driving. During the break-in period, you need to pay careful attention to how you drive your vehicle. s Change your speed often as you drive. Do not drive at one speed for a long time. s Use only the type of engine oil that Ford recommends. See Engine oil recommendations in the Index. Do not use special "break-in" oils. s Avoid sudden stops. Because your vehicle has new brake linings, you should take these steps: - Watch traffic carefully so that you can anticipate when to stop. - Begin braking well in advance. - Apply the brakes gradually. The break-in period for new brake linings lasts for 100 miles (160 km) of city driving or 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of highway driving. 5