What are the precautions during the break-in period of the Mercedes-Benz GLC?
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Precautions during the break-in period of the Mercedes-Benz GLC include: 1. Warm up before starting: Turn the key to the second position and wait for 5 to 10 seconds before starting to protect the new engine; 2. Avoid emergency braking: Emergency braking can impact the braking system during the break-in period, increasing the load on the chassis and engine; 3. Avoid overloading: Running the new car at full load during the break-in period can damage the components; 4. Avoid long-distance trips: Long-distance trips during the break-in period increase the continuous working time of the engine, which can lead to component wear. The Mercedes-Benz GLC has a body size of 4764mm in length, 1898mm in width, 1642mm in height, a wheelbase of 2973mm, a fuel tank capacity of 66 liters, and a trunk capacity of 580 liters.
I figured it out by reading the manual, and the first few thousand kilometers in a Mercedes-Benz GLC really require some attention. The new engine's internal metal components like piston rings are finding their optimal fit, so it's crucial to avoid sudden high revs – the manual emphasizes keeping it below 4500 rpm for the first 1500 km. The transmission is also quietly learning your shifting habits during this period, so I try to maintain gentle acceleration and avoid sudden braking. When encountering long downhill slopes in the city, I directly shift to a lower gear for engine braking, which is safer. There's more debris in the oil during the break-in period, so the first maintenance at 1500 km at the dealership is essential – they even re-tighten the wheel hub bolts to the correct torque, so don't skip this to save money. On weekend highway drives, I deliberately change lanes to evenly break in all parts of the steering system. Don't worry, after this phase, the fuel consumption will actually improve.
