2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette Owner's Manual - Page 117

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break-In Notice: Your vehicle doesn't need an elaborate "break-in." But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: Don't drive at any one speed fast or slow - for the first500 miles (805 km). Don't make full-throttle starts. Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles (322km) or so. During this time your new brake linings aren't yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake linings. Don't tow a trailer during break-in. See "Towing a Trailer" in the Index for more information. Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition, you can turn it to five different positions. A - A E A (ACCESSORY): This is the position in which you can operate your electrical accessories. Press in the ignition switch as you turn thetop of the key toward you. 2-32