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| Screaming.Dead Member Since: 26 Sep 2024 Location: Worcestershire Posts: 8  
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This is from the iguide:
The vehicle is built using high-precision manufacturing methods, but the moving parts of the engine must still settle in relative to each other. The running-in process occurs mainly in the first 3 000 km of operation. During the running-in period of 3 000 km, observe and follow the instructions below: Do not fully press the accelerator pedal. Avoid high engine speeds (rpm) until the engine has reached its full operating temperature. Avoid operating the engine in too high a gear at low engine speeds (labouring). Gradually increase engine and road speeds. Avoid extended operation at high engine speeds with abrupt stops. Avoid frequent cold starts followed by short-distance driving. Where possible, allow the engine to reach operating temperature. Longer journeys are more helpful during the running-in period. Do not participate in off-road driving, competition driving, track days, sports driving schools, or any similar events. |
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25th Apr 2025 11:59am |
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| TexasRover Member Since: 24 Nov 2022 Location: Paris Posts: 1244  
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I think that is sound advice for ANY engine and if you ask me a bit common sense..
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25th Apr 2025 12:09pm |
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| ruben Member Since: 04 Feb 2021 Location: ASTURIAS Posts: 326 
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I agree, and this advice is not only useful for the first 3000 km running-in , it is what should be done throughout the life of the car I think and, of course, if it is a Toyota or a Ford, it also works for you!!
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25th Apr 2025 6:45pm |
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| lightning Member Since: 23 Apr 2009 Location: High Peak, Derbyshire Posts: 3079
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Just drive it normally. Don't drive extra slowly and don't race. Don't change gear manually. Use "D" and the transmission will make sure the engine is not being over stressed as it will always select a lower gear.
Take a bit more care when the engine is cold but don't sit on your drive warming it up, start the vehicle and go. That way you'll be fine. Oh, and change the oil after 6,000 miles. (some say it's not necessary but £200 is a lot cheaper than an engine) |
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25th Apr 2025 9:16pm |
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| essentian Member Since: 02 Apr 2025 Location: East Mids Posts: 29
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Nothing surprising in the guidance, other than how many miles they view the period as lasting; doesn't quite align with their "precision engineering" statement, My previous M cars were less...
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26th Apr 2025 7:35pm |
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| lightning Member Since: 23 Apr 2009 Location: High Peak, Derbyshire Posts: 3079
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lt's not "running in" as in the old days though, is it. No keeping below 3,000 rpm for the first 600 miles.
lt's just take care for the first few weeks or months depending on your mileage. Most people probably don't bother, they'll get another new one on the PCP agreement after three years. So the issues caused by not taking care when the vehicle is new, will show up for the third owner in ten years time when they will say "this vehicle is rubbish, l've had to replace the turbo and it is burning oil, it's only done 70,000 miles, Land Rover didn't put them together properly" |
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27th Apr 2025 9:07am |
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| Crazymind Member Since: 11 Jun 2024 Location: Glasgow Posts: 249
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I think the running in rules suggested by Land Rover should apply to the shelf life of the product… expect avoid off roading…
Some rules are pretty easy to follow. Pushing over 3000 rpm completely unnecessary as the torque is all there at 1500rpm. No mention of warming up other mechanical components before pushing the engine… like slowly warm up wheel bearings, diff oil, box oil… not to mention having the engine oil At the right temperature. Remember early diesel days were we used to drive at low speed around the block several time before driving it for long distances… |
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27th Apr 2025 10:18am |
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| TexasRover Member Since: 24 Nov 2022 Location: Paris Posts: 1244
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The whole system is rigged for consumption. Every 3 years there is another excuse to replace with new. Maintainability, parts availability and cost, "software obsolescence", environment rules, tax incentives and obviously advertisement. The Western world and "technology will save the environment" is just another make-believe to push consumption, profits and tax revenue |
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27th Apr 2025 12:13pm |
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| lightning Member Since: 23 Apr 2009 Location: High Peak, Derbyshire Posts: 3079
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Couldn't agree more and we're supposed to be saving the planet. Manufacturers only fit the DPF and other filters in markets where it's law.
Everyone is driving around in huge vehicles when 90% of the time a VW Polo or similar would be more than sufficient. But the manufacturers make a lot more from selling big cars, so that's what everyone has. Ford have discontinued the Fiesta and now the tubby Puma is your choice for a "small" car while VW have stopped selling the Up and now it's the Polo which is larger than the Golf from a few generations ago. |
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27th Apr 2025 12:50pm |
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