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Breaking-in
Moving parts should be allowed to
break in. To ensure that your vehicle
provides maximum economy through-
out a long service life, we request that
you comply with the following instruc-
tions:
Tires
To avoid corrosion, repeat this proce-
dure from time to time.
Due to technical factors associated with
their manufacture, tires do not achieve
their full traction potential until after an
initial break-in period. Therefore, drive
reservedly during the first 200 miles/
The brake lamps do not light up
when the handbrake is applied.
Vacuum for the brake system servo unit
on your BMW is available only when the
engine is running. When you move the
vehicle with the engine switched off,
when towing, for instance, substantially
higher levels of pedal force will be
required to brake the vehicle.<
300
km.
Engine and differential
Obey your local and state maximum
speed limits.
Obey your local and state maximum
speed limits.
Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km:
When the vehicle is operated on
wet or slushy roads, a wedge of
water may form between the tire and
the road surface. This phenomenon is
referred to as hydroplaning and can
lead to partial or complete loss of trac-
tion, vehicle control and braking effec-
tiveness. Reduce your speed on wet
roads.<
Drive at varying engine speeds and
road speeds, but do not exceed
Clutch
4,500
rpm and the following road
The function of the clutch is only at its
optimized level after a distance driven
of approx. 300 miles/500 km. During
this break-in period, engage the clutch
gently.
speeds during this initial period:
>
6-cylinder engine
100
mph/160 km/h
>
8-cylinder engine
106 mph/170 km/h
Following component
replacements
Observe the break-in instructions again
if previously addressed components
must be replaced again during subse-
quent driving.
Avoid full-throttle operation and use of
the transmission's kick-down mode
during these initial miles.
Brake system
Brakes require an initial break-in period
of approx. 300 miles/500 km to achieve
optimal contact and wear patterns
between brake pads and rotors.
From 1,200 miles/2,000 km:
The engine and vehicle speed can
gradually be increased.
To break in the separate handbrake
drums, apply the handbrake lightly
when coasting to a standstill at a traffic
signal, for instance, provided that traffic
conditions allow you to do so.
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| Model Year | 2006 |
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