Do new cars have a break-in period?
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Generally, new cars require a break-in period. The speed during the break-in period for modern cars has also increased. Here are some precautions for the break-in period of a new car: Precautions: Before starting the car, turn the key to the second position and wait for 5-10 seconds before ignition. This is beneficial for the car's motor and engine. Maintenance precautions: If a certain component of the vehicle is indeed malfunctioning, it must be replaced promptly. If the environment is very harsh, the replacement time for some parts may also be advanced.
There definitely is a break-in period for new cars. Although modern car manufacturing technology has advanced and manufacturers claim no special break-in is needed, as someone who has driven over a dozen cars, I still recommend taking it easy for the first 5,000 kilometers. When new, the metal components inside the engine like pistons and cylinder walls have microscopic burrs on their surfaces, and the gear meshing in the transmission isn't perfectly smooth yet. Aggressive acceleration, hard braking, or prolonged high-speed cruising during this period can cause excessive wear on parts. When I bought my new car two years ago, I kept speeds below 80 km/h for the first 2,000 km, maintained engine RPM under 3,000, and shifted gears very gently. As a result, after three years of driving, the engine runs as quiet as a cat's footsteps, and fuel consumption is half a liter better than my colleague's identical model. Remember to avoid full-load hill climbing and get the first maintenance done on time - these are crucial for extending your car's lifespan.
