Re: Hello from newbie and 'run-in' question

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Re: Hello from newbie and 'run-in' question

Chris Whelan

21 Sep 2006 14:24

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> Mr Ford etc will swear that it should be driven gently. never reving
> anywhere near the limit until it's done at least the first thou'...

I think you will find Mr Ford will say "Avoid driving too briskly during the
first 1,000 miles. Vary the speed frequently and avoid labouring the
engine. If possible avoid full use of the brakes for the first 100 miles in
town, and for the first 1,000 miles on motorways. From 1,000 miles onward
gradually increase performance up to the maximum." Or something along those
lines :-)

Chris

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Peter

21 Sep 2006 14:06

Hi all,
I'm new to this group but have used 'Lists' for years.

I'm just about to receive a brand new 2l diesel C-Max in Ghia trim,
courtesy of the Motability scheme.

(Sorry chaps, you can stop dribbling now!:-)

I've seen various options for run-in regimes, with some recommending
the 'drive it hard' school and most intending to optimise upper
cylinder seal during the first 500 - 1000 miles of life by occasional
hard use.

Can you add to this debate?

Mr Ford etc will swear that it should be driven gently. never reving
anywhere near the limit until it's done at least the first thou'...

P.

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