Mercedes-Benz 2006 C-Class - Manual (Page 283)

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Operation
In the “Operation” section you will find
detailed information on operating, main-
taining and caring for your vehicle.
The first 1 000 miles (1 500 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
engine speeds (no more than
2 /
3
of
maximum rpm in each gear).
ț Shift gears in a timely manner.
ț Avoid accelerating by kick-down.
ț Do not attempt to slow the vehicle
down by shifting to a lower gear using
the gear selector lever.
ț Select positions 3, 2 or 1 only when
driving at moderate speeds (for hill
driving).
ț Select C as the preferred shift program
(
୴ page 167) for the first 1 000 miles
(1 500 km).
After 1 000 miles (1500 km) you may
gradually increase vehicle and engine
speeds to the permissible maximum.
All of the above instructions, as may apply
to your vehicle type, also apply when
driving the first 1000 miles (1500 km)
after the engine or the rear differential has
been replaced.
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Always obey applicable speed limits.