302 OperationIn the “Operation” section you will find de-
tailed information on operating, maintain-
ing 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.
Drive your vehicle during the first
1 000 miles (1 500 km) at varying but
moderate vehicle and engine speeds.
During this period, avoid heavy loads
(full throttle driving) and excessive en-
gine speeds (no more than
2/3 of
maximum rpm in each gear).
Avoid accelerating by kick-down.
Do not attempt to slow the vehicle
down by shifting to a lower gear using
the selector lever.
Select positions3, 2 or1 only when
driving at moderate speeds (for hill
driving).
SelectC as the preferred shift program
(page 189) for the first 1 000 miles
(1 500 km).After 1 000 miles (1 500 km) you may
gradually increase vehicle and engine
speeds to the permissible maximum.
All of the above, as may apply to your vehi-
cle type, also apply when driving the first
1 000 miles (1 500 km) after the engine or
the rear differential has been replaced.
!Additional instructions for AMG vehi-
cles:
During the first 1000 miles
(1500 km), do not exceed a speed
of 85 mph (140 km/h).
During this period, avoid engine
speeds above 4500 rpm in each
gear.
iAlways obey applicable speed limits.
