Starting And Operating Your Vehicle; New Vehicle Break-In - Chevrolet 2010 Corvette Owner's Manual

Starting and Operating
Your Vehicle

New Vehicle Break-In

Follow these recommended guidelines during the first
1,500 miles/2414 km of driving this vehicle. Parts have a
break-in period and performance will be better in the
long run.
For the first 200 miles/322 km:
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To break in new tires, drive at moderate speeds and
avoid hard cornering for the first 200 miles/322 km.
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New brake linings also need a break- in period. Avoid
making hard stops during the first 200 miles/322 km.
This is recommended every time brake linings are
replaced.
For the first 500 miles/805 km:
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Avoid full throttle starts and abrupt stops.
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Do not exceed 4,000 engine rpm.
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Avoid driving at any one constant speed, fast or
slow, including the use of cruise control.
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Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle
when the engine speed will exceed 4000 RPM.
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Do not let the engine labor. Never lug the engine
in high gear at low speeds. With a manual
transmission, shift to the next lower gear. This rule
applies at all times, not just during the break-in
period.
For the first 1,500 miles/2414 km:
•
Do not participate in track events, sport driving
schools, or similar activities during the first
1,500 miles/2414 km.
•
Check engine oil with every refueling and add if
necessary. Oil and fuel consumption may be higher
than normal during the first 1,500 miles/2414 km.
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