Break in period
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Joined: Oct 2002
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From: Orange County, CA
2003 E500 (E1, E2)
Break in period
Took delivery of my E500 (E1, E2) last Saturday. I'm leary of really "jumping on it" (ok, who am I kidding, I've had it over 100 already), since I don't know how long the break in period is. Or is there one? Please advise.
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i heard 3 thousand, or mgiht of been 1 thousand, 1 thousand is good though, remember no racing
but no hard accelerations, and i wouldnt go over 70-75.....and of course, prem fuel.....i think thats about it, i dont know if i am missing something
but no hard accelerations, and i wouldnt go over 70-75.....and of course, prem fuel.....i think thats about it, i dont know if i am missing something
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2003 MB E500
I wouldn't have push my new car over 100 mph. The break in period is one of the most important periods for any car. If it is done wrong it could cause problems with the car for a long time. Doing it right and taking it easy for a 1K miles will be well worth it. There will be plenty on time to get on it later.
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2003 SL Launch Edition, 2003 E500 Pewter/Stone
NB,CA,E500: Congrats and enjoy. Those of us waiting are jealous. Fill us in on the details: color, options, MSRP, lease terms if leased, post pics on the official pics thread, etc.
