Run-In And Economical Driving - Seat Mii 2019 Owner's Manual

Run-in and economical driv-
ing
Running in
Please observe the instructions for running-in
new components.
Running-in the engine
The engine needs to be run in over the first
1,500 km. During its first few hours of running,
the internal friction in the engine is greater
than later on when all the moving parts have
bedded down.
How the vehicle is driven for the first 1,500 km
influences the future engine performance.
Throughout the life of the vehicle, it should be
driven at a moderate speed, especially when
the engine is cold, as this will reduce engine
wear and increase its useful life. Never drive
at extremely low engine speeds. Change
down to a lower gear when the engine no
longer runs "smoothly". Up to 1,000 kilome-
tres the following instructions apply:
Do not use full throttle.
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Do not force the engine above two thirds of
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its maximum speed.
Between 1,000 and 1,500 kilometres,
gradually increase power until reaching the
maximum speed and high engine speeds.
Start and driving
Running in new tyres and brake pads
Replacement of wheel rims and new tyres
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Notes on the brakes page 151
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For the sake of the environment
If the engine is run in gently, the life of the
engine will be increased and the engine oil
consumption reduced.
Environmental compatibility
Environmental protection is a top priority in
the design, choice of materials and manufac-
ture of your new SEAT.
Constructive measures to encourage re-
cycling
Joints and connections designed for easy
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dismantling.
Modular construction to facilitate disman-
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tling.
Increased use of single-grade materials.
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Plastic parts and elastomers are marked in
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accordance with ISO 1043, ISO 11469 and
ISO 1629.
Choice of materials
Use of recycled materials.
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Use of compatible plastics in the same part
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if its components are not easily separated.
Use of recycled materials and/or materials
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originating from renewable sources.
Reduction of volatile components, including
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odour, in plastic materials.
Use of CFC-free coolants.
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Ban on heavy metals, with the exceptions
dictated by law (Annex II of ELV Directive
2000/53/EC): cadmium, lead, mercury,
hexavalent chromium.
Manufacturing methods
Reduction of the quantity of thinner in the
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protective wax for cavities.
Use of plastic film as protection during vehi-
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cle transport.
Use of solvent-free adhesives.
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Use of CFC-free coolants in cooling sys-
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tems.
Recycling and energy recovery from resi-
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dues (RDF).
Improvement in the quality of waste water.
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Use of systems for the recovery of residual
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heat (thermal recovery, enthalpy wheels,
etc.).
The use of water-soluble paints.
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