How Many Kilometers for the Break-in Period?

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The break-in mileage for a new car is 1000 kilometers to 3000 kilometers. Here are some precautions during the break-in period: 1. Warm up before starting: This applies to fuel-injected cars. Before starting, turn the key to the second position and wait for 5-10 seconds, then start the engine. This is because the fuel pump begins working as soon as the ignition is turned on, adjusting oil pressure and fuel injection volume. Therefore, waiting a few seconds before starting helps protect the new car's engine. 2. Avoid 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. It is best to avoid emergency braking within the first 300 kilometers of driving. 3. Avoid overloading: If a new car is driven at full load during the break-in period, it can cause damage to the mechanical components. Therefore, within the first 1000 kilometers of driving, domestic cars should not exceed 75%-80% of the rated load, and imported cars should not exceed 90% of the rated load.