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      01-28-2013, 02:17 PM   #2
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Here's what the manual publishes:

Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km
Do not exceed the maximum engine and road
speeds:
▷ For a gasoline engine, 4,500 rpm and
100 mph/160 km/h.

Avoid full-throttle operation and use of the
transmission's kickdown mode for the initial
miles.

From 1,200 miles/2,000 km
The engine and vehicle speed can gradually be
increased.

Tires

Due to technical factors associated with their
manufacture, tires do not achieve their full traction
potential until after an initial breaking-in period.
Drive conservatively for the first
200 miles/300 km.

Brake system

Brakes require an initial break-in period of approx.
300 miles/500 km to achieve optimized
contact and wear patterns between brake pads
and rotors. Drive cautiously during this break-in
period.


20-30 years ago, break-in periods were critical. Others may have a differing opinion, but now a days, one doesn't need to baby the car so much. "Normal driving" does quite well.

Vince.
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