The infamous "break-in" period.

Schwany · 04-08-2009, 10:04 PM

I dont know about Nissan so I cant say how they test there vehicles, but I do build the RX for Lexus and I can say that the tests we put it through before it comes "off-line" and ready to ship, make any reasoning for a 'break-in' period, mute

tbonesteak · 04-11-2009, 12:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Schwany

I dont know about Nissan so I cant say how they test there vehicles, but I do build the RX for Lexus and I can say that the tests we put it through before it comes "off-line" and ready to ship, make any reasoning for a 'break-in' period, mute

Wow very interesting information, from an actual builder from Lexus. So can you elaborate on what kind of testing is done prior to delivery? Thanks.

semtex · 04-09-2009, 04:31 PM

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Originally Posted by SoCal 370Z

This is the very thing I've wondered about and occasionally mentioned here too. Porsche will void your warranty when you do the wrong thing. Just how much information is stored in ECU? Redlines? Overheating? 160-mph junkets in blue 370z's.

I have no earthly idea who you could be referring to with that last little bit about 160-mph junkets.

MightyBobo · 04-10-2009, 05:59 AM

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Originally Posted by semtex

I have no earthly idea who you could be referring to with that last little bit about 160-mph junkets.

Heathens.

JTso · 04-10-2009, 07:10 PM

Some actual data (instead of speculation) from the different approach (break-in easy or drive it hard) would be nice. Do a compression, leak down, and oil analysis test, as well as a couple of dyno runs after a predetermined miles would show the effect of each approach.

AARC51 · 04-08-2009, 10:33 PM

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Originally Posted by frost

I don't want to sound like a conspiracy theorist, but with the "black box" tracking more and more of what we do every couple years, don't be surprised if you start seeing warranty issues denied due to not following their break in rules in the future.

Are there Nissan break-in guidelines to be followed? I haven't read the manual that much yet...

AK370Z · 04-09-2009, 12:44 AM

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Originally Posted by AARC51

Are there Nissan break-in guidelines to be followed? I haven't read the manual that much yet...

other related threads:

Break-In a New Car

Break In Period?

Here's my point of view, I am not an engineer. I just listen to what those knowledgeable/highly paid Nissan Engineers want me to do.

thispecialk · 08-06-2009, 10:57 AM

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Originally Posted by AK370Z

other related threads:

Break-In a New Car

Break In Period?

Here's my point of view, I am not an engineer. I just listen to what those knowledgeable/highly paid Nissan Engineers want me to do.

dammit i already drove my car about 4000 i stay under 5k well that shows i dont like reading manual lol

Modshack · 08-06-2009, 02:12 PM

Be good to your engine and it will be good to you...That's all you need to know. That said, I don't subscribe to any particular Break-in "theory". Don't beat on your car (or your wife) and you'll have a long and happy relationship..

zZSportZz · 04-09-2009, 06:34 AM

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Originally Posted by frost

I don't want to sound like a conspiracy theorist, but with the "black box" tracking more and more of what we do every couple years, don't be surprised if you start seeing warranty issues denied due to not following their break in rules in the future.

This may be true down the road, but I don't think current Z owners have to worry about this. The "event data recorder" in our cars only track info for about 30 seconds or less in the event of crash. There is another post floating around with more information on this. But you are totally right, the future may hold a nasty little surprise for car enthusiasts.

Edit: Here is a link to that thread in case anyone missed it and is interested.

Anyone know more about the EVENT DATA RECORDER ?

In2Deep · 04-11-2009, 09:43 AM

An engine-builder friend once told me that over the first 1,000 miles
- Drive a new motor as you would normally around town
- For a performance engine -- run her through some higher rpm's every 75-100 miles, but not to redline. Ever. So, 10-12 run-throughts up through higher rpms within the first 1000 miles
- NEVER drive for a long period at the same speed (long trip) during this 1000 miles. but...
- take a 250 mile drive somewhere, on the freeway without stopping, and spend 10 minutes at a time holding various speeds, faster and slower. something like this.

10 mins at 55...then speed to....
60....10 minutes at 60...then speed up to...
70....10 minutes at 70...then slow to.....
55....10 minutes at 55...then speed up to...
75....10 minutes at 75...then slow to...
50....10 minutes at 50...then speed up to...

60....
Repeat.

jayhuffdaddy · 12-25-2009, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by frost

I don't want to sound like a conspiracy theorist, but with the "black box" tracking more and more of what we do every couple years, don't be surprised if you start seeing warranty issues denied due to not following their break in rules in the future.

Nissan Already Using Black Box Data To Void GT-R Warranty Claims - AutoSpies Auto News

355890 · 04-08-2009, 09:40 PM

good point ^^^^

dad · 04-08-2009, 10:14 PM

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Originally Posted by AARC51

So is the break-in period a fact or a wives tale at this point and time? I tend to believe it's the latter given the fact that nearly every car has been test driven by someone who's continuously revved the engine beyond 4k. So what are the arguments for and against?

WikiAnswers - How should you 'break-in' a new car

Santent · 08-06-2009, 11:12 PM

Im right at about 1050 miles thus far, and i am yet to red line, i think i've got it over 7000 rpm twice.. but it didnt go over into the red line

Im trying to break this **** in properly!! (one of the close calls i was in manual mode... stopped at a stop sign.. and forgot i was in manual mode.. oops!) i had my music blaring as well, it didnt help

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04-08-2009, 10:04 PM	#1 (permalink)
Schwany Base Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Canada Posts: 19 Drives: 03 Sentra SER Spec V Rep Power: 17	I dont know about Nissan so I cant say how they test there vehicles, but I do build the RX for Lexus and I can say that the tests we put it through before it comes "off-line" and ready to ship, make any reasoning for a 'break-in' period, mute

04-10-2009, 07:10 PM	#5 (permalink)
JTso Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: WA Posts: 12 Drives: Hopefully a 370Z Rep Power: 17	Some actual data (instead of speculation) from the different approach (break-in easy or drive it hard) would be nice. Do a compression, leak down, and oil analysis test, as well as a couple of dyno runs after a predetermined miles would show the effect of each approach.

04-11-2009, 09:43 AM	#11 (permalink)
In2Deep Base Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Austin Posts: 48 Drives: Plat Graphite Spt/Tr Rep Power: 17	An engine-builder friend once told me that over the first 1,000 miles - Drive a new motor as you would normally around town - For a performance engine -- run her through some higher rpm's every 75-100 miles, but not to redline. Ever. So, 10-12 run-throughts up through higher rpms within the first 1000 miles - NEVER drive for a long period at the same speed (long trip) during this 1000 miles. but... - take a 250 mile drive somewhere, on the freeway without stopping, and spend 10 minutes at a time holding various speeds, faster and slower. something like this. 10 mins at 55...then speed to.... 60....10 minutes at 60...then speed up to... 70....10 minutes at 70...then slow to..... 55....10 minutes at 55...then speed up to... 75....10 minutes at 75...then slow to... 50....10 minutes at 50...then speed up to... 60.... Repeat.

04-08-2009, 09:40 PM	#13 (permalink)
355890 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 416 Drives: GP Z Base+Sport (6m) Rep Power: 542	good point ^^^^