Driver's Operating Information; Breaking-In Period - Chevrolet 1956 Truck Operator's Manual

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CHAPTER I
DRIVER'S OPERATING INFORMATION
BREAKING-IN PERIOD
The crankcase of the engine in this vehicle, as received,
is filled with a light body "breaking-in" oil. Use this oil
only during the breaking-in schedule shown below. It should
not be used after completion of the breaking-in schedule.
Check the oil frequently during the first 500 miles and at
the end of 500 miles, drain the crankcase-while hot-and refill
using the grade of oil recommended in Lubrication section.
To properly break-in the moving parts of the engine do not
drive faster than:
35 miles per hour for the first 100 miles
45 miles per hour for the next
200
miles
50 miles per hour for the next 200 miles
Continuous driving at high speeds should not be attempted
until the vehicle has been driven 2000 miles
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Fig. 2-lnstruments and Controls-Tandem Axle
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