Driving Pattern

Fig 1: Vehicle Driving Pattern

Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

Start the engine. Hold the engine speed at 3,000 rpm without load (in P or N) until the radiator fan comes on.
Drive the vehicle at a steady speed of 25 mph (40 km/h) or less, for at least 5 minutes.
Drive immediately at a steady speed of 36 mph (57 km/h) or more and engine speed between 1,250 - 2,200 rpm for at least 6.8 seconds.

Drive the vehicle in this manner only if the traffic regulations and ambient conditions allow.