Things To Remember When Driving - BMW M3 SEDAN Owner's Manual

DRIVING TIPS

Things to remember when driving

Vehicle features and options
This chapter describes model-specific equip-
ment, systems, and functions that are currently
available, or may become available in the fu-
ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
Additional information:
Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
Break-in procedures
General information
Moving parts need to work together smoothly.
The following instructions will help you to ach-
ieve a long vehicle life and good efficiency.
During break-in, do not use the Launch Con-
trol.
Safety information
Warning
Due to new parts and components, safety
and driver assistance systems can react with
a delay. There is a risk of accident. After in-
stalling new parts or with a new vehicle, drive
conservatively and intervene early if neces-
sary. Observe the break-in procedures of the
respective parts and components.
Engine, transmission, and axle drive
Up to 600 miles/1,000 km
Drive at varying engine and road speeds,
but do not exceed 5000 rpm and
106 mph/170 km/h.
Avoid full throttle or kickdown under all circum-
stances.
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Things to remember when driving
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From 600 miles/1,000 km to
1,200 miles/2,000 km
Drive at varying engine and road speeds,
but do not exceed 6000 rpm and
130 mph/210 km/h.
Avoid full load in gears 1 to 3.
At 1,200 miles/2,000 km
Have break-in service maintenance performed.
Tires
Tire traction is not optimal due to manufactur-
ing circumstances when tires are brand new.
Drive conservatively for the first
200 miles/300 km.
Brake system
For M Compound brake:
M Compound brake disks and brake pads
must be run in to avoid possible brake
noise. Drive cautiously for the first ap-
prox. 300 miles/500 km.
For M carbon ceramic brake:
M Carbon ceramic brake disks and brake
pads must be run in to avoid possible
brake noise. Drive cautiously for the first ap-
prox. 600 miles/1000 km.
Clutch
The function of the clutch reaches its optimal
level only after a distance driven of approx.
300 miles/500 km. During this break-in period,
engage the clutch gently.
Following part replacement
Observe the break-in procedures again if com-
ponents mentioned above are replaced.
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