engine break in question (350 mile trip)

Santent · 06-26-2009, 12:56 AM

Whats up DUDES!!

My question is this:

About 2 weeks after i purchase my new Z, I am moving. The drive is about 350 miles. It is an automatic, how do i need to go about driving it this 350 miles? I read from the man himself that he switched between 5th and 6th gear every ten minutes. How does one do this with an automatic? (im a newb)

Any input is appreciated!!

SoCal 370Z · 06-26-2009, 01:06 AM

During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km), follow these recommendations to obtain maximum engine performance and ensure the future reliability and economy of your new vehicle. Failure to follow these recommendations may result in shortened engine life and reduced engine performance.

Avoid driving for long periods at constant speed, either fast or slow. Do not run the engine over 4,000 rpm.

Do not accelerate at full throttle in any gear.

Avoid quick starts.

Avoid hard braking as much as possible.

AK370Z · 06-26-2009, 01:30 AM

You don't have to do it every 10 minutes. Just do it every half an hour.

STEP 1

Put the car in sport mode

STEP 2

Use the Lightweight Magnesium Paddle shifters

STEP 3
Have fun. Don't get carried away (keep it under 4K). The reason I say this because it's VERY easy to get carried away with those paddles

Santent · 06-26-2009, 02:51 PM

Thanks AK!! I just got a call from my man down at the dealership, he got me 2.99 apr for a 100 over invoice, i told him he better not be trying to add more money in somewhere else to make up for it, we shall see >.>

AK370Z · 06-26-2009, 04:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Santent

Thanks AK!! I just got a call from my man down at the dealership, he got me 2.99 apr for a 100 over invoice, i told him he better not be trying to add more money in somewhere else to make up for it, we shall see >.>

That's a kicka$$ deal. Go for it!!! Make sure they don't add any "extra" expances.

dad · 06-26-2009, 05:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Santent

Whats up DUDES!!

My question is this:

About 2 weeks after i purchase my new Z, I am moving. The drive is about 350 miles. It is an automatic, how do i need to go about driving it this 350 miles? I read from the man himself that he switched between 5th and 6th gear every ten minutes. How does one do this with an automatic? (im a newb)

Any input is appreciated!!

This is totally off topic, it just flashed in my head when I saw 350 miles of driving. Just in case you haven't checked your tire pressure....
http://www.the370z.com/nissan-370z-g...-pressure.html

Phimosis · 06-26-2009, 10:43 PM

Hahaha! And remember, the first 15 miles your car had on the odometer when you got it were spent at full throttle between 5,000 and 7,500 rpm from other fools on test rides!

06-26-2009, 12:56 AM	#1 (permalink)
Santent Base Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Ft. Worth, TX Posts: 79 Drives: 09 Mont Blue 370z Rep Power: 16	engine break in question (350 mile trip) Whats up DUDES!! My question is this: About 2 weeks after i purchase my new Z, I am moving. The drive is about 350 miles. It is an automatic, how do i need to go about driving it this 350 miles? I read from the man himself that he switched between 5th and 6th gear every ten minutes. How does one do this with an automatic? (im a newb) Any input is appreciated!!

06-26-2009, 01:06 AM	#2 (permalink)
SoCal 370Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: US of A Posts: 2,842 Drives: Answers Rep Power: 33	During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km), follow these recommendations to obtain maximum engine performance and ensure the future reliability and economy of your new vehicle. Failure to follow these recommendations may result in shortened engine life and reduced engine performance. Avoid driving for long periods at constant speed, either fast or slow. Do not run the engine over 4,000 rpm. Do not accelerate at full throttle in any gear. Avoid quick starts. Avoid hard braking as much as possible. __________________ ( Click to show/hide ) Why I NEVER say NO to the Panda Lou Fusz!!!

06-26-2009, 01:30 AM	#3 (permalink)
AK370Z Administrator Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: NJ Posts: 9,930 Drives: 09 370Z MB Sports M6 Rep Power: 10	You don't have to do it every 10 minutes. Just do it every half an hour. STEP 1 Put the car in sport mode STEP 2 Use the Lightweight Magnesium Paddle shifters STEP 3 Have fun. Don't get carried away (keep it under 4K). The reason I say this because it's VERY easy to get carried away with those paddles __________________ The370Z Signature Pictures ll Want to rock our forum decals on your car? Then click here! ll How to Embed YouTube Videos In a Post STOP! (Hammertime) ll Become a Premium Member Click HERE ll F.A.Q. Are You a Nissan Dealer? Click Here to Become A "Supporting Dealer" and Start Listing Your 370Zs In Our Inventory Section My Monterey Blue Z ll My Exhaust --> My Intake --> G3 Nissan's Official Response Regarding Oil Temp Issue: CLICK HERE Need a Set of Cheap Winter wheels /Tires? Then Visit The Banner Link Below and Place Your Order. You'll Help Keep The370Z Alive.

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Phimosis Enthusiast Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Oildale, CA Posts: 412 Drives: 2013 911 4S Rep Power: 416	Hahaha! And remember, the first 15 miles your car had on the odometer when you got it were spent at full throttle between 5,000 and 7,500 rpm from other fools on test rides!