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Driving Pattern

  1. Start the engine, and let it idle for at least 42 minutes or drive for at least 5 miles (7 km).
  2. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0) for 10 seconds, then restart the engine and let it idle for at least 10 seconds.
  1. Start the engine, and let it idle for at least 42 minutes or drive for at least 5 miles (7 km).
  2. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0) for 3 hours then restart the engine and let it idle for at least 10 seconds.