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Posted 2/18/2007 5:30 PM
Marsden
Classic MB




Date registered: Apr 2006
Location: Capital City USA
Vehicle(s): Mercedes-Benz
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Break-In Period

In case you missed it in your Owner's Manual

 

"The more cautiously you treat your vehicle
during the break-in period, the more satisfied
you will be with its performance later on."


 Drive your vehicle during the first
1000 miles (1500 km) at varying but
moderate vehicle and engine speeds.


 During this period, avoid heavy loads
(full throttle driving) and excessive engine
speeds (no more than 2/3 of
maximum rpm in each gear).


 Avoid accelerating by kick-down.


 Do not attempt to slow the vehicle
down by shifting to a lower gear using
the selector lever.


 Select positions 3, 2 or 1 only when
driving at moderate speeds (for hill
driving).


 Select C as the preferred shift program
for the first 1000 miles (1500 km).
After 1000 miles (1500 km) you may
gradually increase vehicle and engine
speeds to the permissible maximum.

 

Additional instructions for AMG vehicles:

 During the first 1000 miles
(1500 km), do not exceed a speed
of 85 mph (140 km/h).

 During this period, avoid engine
speeds above 4500 rpm in each
gear.


All of the above, as may apply to your vehicle
type, also apply when driving the first
1000 miles (1500 km) after the engine or
the rear differential has been replaced."

 

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