Tyres
WARNING:
New tyres need to be run-in for approximately 500 kilometres (300 miles). During this time, you may experience different driving characteristics.
Brakes and clutch
WARNING:
Avoid heavy use of the brakes and clutch if possible for the first 150 kilometres (100 miles) in town and for the first 1 500 kilometres (1 000 miles) on motorways.
Engine
All vehicles
CAUTION:
Avoid driving too fast during the first 1 500 kilometres (1 000 miles). Vary your speed frequently and change up through the gears early. Do not labour the engine.
Focus RS
CAUTIONS:
Always allow the engine to reach normal operating temperature gradually.
Do not exceed 5 000 rpm and three-quarter throttle within the running-in period.
Driving hints
Cold weather precautionsFord Focus Driveline System
The driveline system consists of the following:
Right halfshaft with inner and outer CV joint
Left halfshaft with inner and outer CV joint
Intermediate shaft connecting the transaxle to the right halfshaft
Intermediate shaft bearing that supports the inner right halfshaft CV joint
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