Does driving an automatic transmission new car up a steep slope damage the car?
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During the break-in period of an automatic transmission new car, it is essential to avoid high-speed driving and long-distance fully loaded driving, and not to let the engine's rotational speed get too high, preferably not exceeding 3000 RPM. Otherwise, it may cause carbon buildup in the engine, which can make the car difficult to start, result in poor acceleration, and increase fuel consumption. Precautions for the break-in period of a new car include: 1. Warm up the car before starting: wait 5 to 10 seconds after shifting into second gear before starting; 2. Avoid high-speed driving: new cars have speed limits during the break-in period, with domestic cars limited to 40 to 70 kilometers per hour and imported cars limited to 100 kilometers per hour; 3. Avoid overloading: carrying too much weight in a new car during the break-in period can damage mechanical components; 4. Avoid removing the speed limiter prematurely: the speed limiter is a throttle device installed between the carburetor and the intake pipe, and owners should not remove it too early but wait until after driving 1000 kilometers; 5. Avoid changing oil too early: the oil initially used in the car is specifically for the break-in period, featuring low viscosity, good heat dissipation, and excellent oxidation resistance; 6. Do not perform emergency braking: emergency braking not only shocks the braking system during the break-in period but also increases the impact load on the chassis and engine.
