How to pass the new car break-in period?

Compared to passenger cars, the update and replacement rate of trucks is faster. However, few drivers are aware that there are many things to pay attention to when facing a new truck. Today, we will briefly discuss four key points to consider in order to extend the vehicle's lifespan through proper driving.

Don't rush to increase your speed

You can drive the new car to the highway at a constant speed for a period of time, it is best to keep the speed at 90-100 kilometers per hour, driving a minimum of one hundred kilometers, which is conducive to the engine parts to get more fully integrated, but can not be driven at high speeds, which will only damage the engine.

Control engine speed

During the initial driving phase, new vehicles often have speed restrictions. For most trucks, it is generally recommended to not exceed 75% of the designated maximum speed during the first 1000 to 2000 kilometers. It is also important to pay attention to the engine speed and vehicle speed gauges while driving, ensuring that both the engine speed and vehicle speed remain at a moderate level.

After starting the car, many people have the habit of letting the engine idle and waiting for the water temperature to reach normal before driving, especially with a new car. However, it is unnecessary and even harmful to engage in prolonged engine warm-up for modern fuel-injected engines. Shortening the warm-up time can extend the lifespan of the catalytic converter, improve the conversion rate of pollutants in the exhaust, and save fuel.

The correct approach is to start driving once the engine settles into its normal idle speed. Before the water temperature rises, it is advisable to control the vehicle speed appropriately.

Avoid overloading

When a new car is fully loaded, it can put excessive strain on the suspension components. Therefore, during the first 2000 kilometers, the load on the new car should not exceed 75% of its rated capacity. It is also important to choose roads with good quality surfaces whenever possible to avoid excessive bumps that can impose additional stress on the vehicle body and suspension.

New car owners often pay attention to the break-in speed but overlook the restrictions on vehicle load during the break-in period.

Don't use the emergency brake

Emergency braking not only imparts shocks to the braking system during the break-in period but also increases the impact load on the chassis and engine. Therefore, it is advisable to avoid using emergency braking as much as possible during the first 2000 kilometers of driving. However, concerning the break-in of the braking system itself, it typically requires approximately 400 kilometers of driving.

The break-in process for the brakes primarily involves the bedding-in of brake pads and discs, brake shoes and drums, etc. This process is generally completed after driving for around 400 kilometers.