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Re: Break-in guidelines ? S60 01

posted by  someone claiming to be Eddie W. in FL on  Tue Mar 27 05:55 CST 2001 [RELATED]

Audrey,

New cars today do not need a "break in" like the old days. They are built to tighter tolerances. Of course common sense is the rule here but ,generally, be kind for at least the first thousand miles or so. No heavy throttle acceleration, etc. Vary your engine speed, occaisionally doing turnpike speeds as well as 'street' speeds. In other words do what you normally do when driving. I would advise changing your oil at the 2500 mile mark as there may be a little wear on engine parts (caught in the oil) as all the parts mate with each other then change your oil at whatever interval you are comfortable with. I use synthetic oil and change @ 7500 intervals.

Best of luck with your new car.

Regards,

Eddie W. in FL





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