Mercedes-Benz SLK-CLASS Operator's Manual page 54

Operation
The first 1000 miles (1500 km)
In the "Operation" section you will find de-
tailed information on operating, maintain-
ing and caring for your vehicle.
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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
1000 miles (1500 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
imum rpm in each gear).
Do not attempt to slow the vehicle
down by shifting to a lower gear using
the gear selector lever*.
Shift gears in a timely manner.
Avoid accelerating by kickdown.
Select positions 3, 2, or 1 only when
driving at moderate speeds (for hill
driving).
Select C as the preferred shift program
( page 163) for the first 1000 miles
(1500 km).
After 1000 miles (1500 km), you may
gradually increase vehicle and engine
speeds to the permissible maximum.
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Additional instructions for
SLK 55 AMG:
During the first 1000 miles
(1500 km), do not exceed a speed
of 85 mph (140 km/h).
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/ of max-
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During this period, avoid engine
speeds above 4500 rpm in each
gear.
All of the above instructions, as may apply
to your vehicle type, also apply when driv-
ing 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.