Break-In Procedures

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Drive the car with changing engine speeds and road speeds during the first 1,200 miles/2,000 km, but never faster than 2/3rds of maximum speed in a selected gear. Avoid using full throttle and kick-down positions of the accelerator pedal during this period.

BMW PARTS NUMBER SPECIFICATION

BMW M3/M5/M6

Up to 1,200 miles max. engine speed 5500 RPM Generally avoid full-throttle position of the accelerator.

These break-in procedures are, of course, also applicable to replacement final drives.