Mercedes-Benz 2003 CLK 500 - Manual (Page 240)

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Operation
The first 1000 miles (1500 km)
In the “Operation” section you will find de-
tailed information on operating, maintain-
ing and caring for your vehicle.
The first 1000 miles (1500 km)
The more cautiously you treat your vehicle
during the break-in period, the more satis-
fied you will be with its performance later
on.
ț Drive your vehicle during the first
1000 miles (1500 km) at varying but
moderate vehicle and engine speeds.
ț During this period, avoid heavy loads
(full throttle driving) and excessive en-
gine speeds (no more than
2 /
3
of maxi-
mum rpm in each gear).
ț Avoid accelerating by kickdown.
ț Do not attempt to slow the vehicle
down by shifting to a lower gear using
the selector lever.
ț Select positions 3, 2 or 1 only when
driving at moderate speeds (for hill
driving).
All of the above instructions, as may apply
to your vehicle type, also apply when driv-
ing the first 1000 miles (1500 km) after the
engine or the rear differential has been re-
placed.
After 1000 miles (1500 km), you may
gradually increase vehicle and engine
speeds to the permissible maximum.
!
Additional instructions for AMG vehi-
cles:
ț During the first 1000 miles
(1500 km) do not exceed a speed
of 85 mph (140 km/h).
ț During this period, avoid engine
speeds above 4500 rpm in each
gear.
!
Always obey applicable speed limits.