How Long Does a New Car Need to Break In?
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The break-in period is generally about 500 kilometers of driving. Here are some precautions to take during the break-in period: 1. Avoid emergency braking: Emergency braking not only shocks the braking system during break-in but also increases the impact load on the chassis and engine. It is best to avoid emergency braking within the first 300 kilometers of driving. 2. Avoid overloading: Running a new car at full capacity during the break-in period can damage the components. Therefore, within the first 1,000 kilometers of driving, the load should generally not exceed 5%-80% of the rated capacity. 3. Avoid long-distance trips: Long-distance trips during the break-in period increase the continuous working time of the engine, which can easily cause wear on the components. 4. Avoid changing the oil too early: The initial oil in a car is specifically designed for the break-in period, with low viscosity, excellent heat dissipation, cleaning, and oxidation resistance properties. Some oils even include grinding agents that aid in the break-in process. Therefore, during the break-in period, change the oil only according to the manufacturer's specified time and not too early. 5. Avoid starting without warming up: A new car must be warmed up before starting. Warming up essentially gives the engine sufficient lubrication time, especially for turbocharged models, which need to be warmed up before starting.
