Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in oils since these
additives may prevent piston ring seating. See
Engine oil
in the
Maintenance and Specifications
chapter for more information on oil usage.
SPECIAL NOTICES
Emission warranty
The New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper to Bumper Coverage,
Safety Restraint Coverage and Corrosion Coverage. In addition, your vehicle is
eligible for Emissions Defect and Emissions Performance Warranties. For a
detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered, refer to the
Warranty Guide
that is provided to you along with your
Owner’s Manual
.
Special instructions
For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic
controls.
WARNING:
Please read the section
Airbag Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS) in the Seating and Safety
Restraints chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and
instructions could result in personal injury.
WARNING:
Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats
should NEVER be placed in front of an active passenger airbag.
Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles
WARNING:
Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover
rate than other types of vehicles.
Before you drive your vehicle, please read this Owner’s Manual carefully.
Your vehicle is not a passenger car. As with other vehicles of this type,
failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of vehicle
control, vehicle rollover, personal injury or death.
Using your vehicle with a snowplow
WARNING:
Do not use this vehicle for snowplowing.
Your vehicle is not equipped with a snowplowing package.
Introduction
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2010 Tribute (j14)
Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA (fus)