Break-In Tip & Light Tip

Hugoneus · 03-05-2010, 03:43 PM

Dear members,

If you want a little aid to make sure that you don't exceed the 4k RPM of the engine during break-in, set the dash computer to turn on the REV light at 3.5k RPM instead of 6.5k RPM which is default. This way you get a little REV reminder to slow down!

To increase the life of your headlights, put them on auto when you actually want to turn your headlights on (given that it is actually dark enough). Turning headlights on/off often will reduce their life span.

I hope you guys find these little tips useful.

370Zvetlana · 03-05-2010, 03:49 PM

just wondering, where is the rev light located? (just got the car)

theDreamer · 03-05-2010, 03:54 PM

Actually I hate the auto feature on the headlights, it will kick on in situations where I do not it in the middle of the day, under a bridge or overpass. Since I have no navigation from factory I cannot adjust this, plus I have better judgment on when I do or do not need the headlights.

Rev light is in the RPM gauge, it will be red and I believe the circle is at the top of the RPM gauge. To adjust this use the left gauge and tab through the menus.

kenchan · 03-05-2010, 03:59 PM

i thought it was more like at the top of the rev guage... i could be wrong but i remeber it flashing numerous times while motoring.

theDreamer · 03-05-2010, 04:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kenchan

i thought it was more like at the top of the rev guage... i could be wrong but i remeber it flashing numerous times while motoring.

It might be, I am never looking directly at it I just see a red flash and jump into the next gear and that annoying red light goes away.

shabarivas · 03-05-2010, 04:02 PM

ehhhh.... please dont start another break in under 4k rpm thread... ill have to cry

Hugoneus · 03-05-2010, 04:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shabarivas

ehhhh.... please dont start another break in under 4k rpm thread... ill have to cry

This thread is not about the validity of the break-in period. It is simply a way to assist those who wish to adhere to it.

Hi-Step'n370Z · 03-05-2010, 04:33 PM

Thanks, both very good tips!

gatorfast · 03-05-2010, 05:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hugoneus

To increase the life of your headlights, put them on auto when you actually want to turn your headlights on (given that it is actually dark enough). Turning headlights on/off often will reduce their life span.

Not sure I understand your point. The auto function still turns the lights on and off...it just does it automatically instead of you having to turn the switch. Whether the lights outomaticaly turn on/off or you do it manually how would that affect the life span?

phelan · 03-05-2010, 06:03 PM

i'd agree with dreamer in that the auto will turn lights on in underpasses and tunnels, etc. moments where i really don't need them. there's nothing circuit-wise that distinguishes auto-on from manual-on, just one gets info from a photosensor, and one is a mechanical switch on the control stalk. if the auto flashes on/off under bridges, etc. when i don't need them, i'd reckon they would shorten your head light life span.

Vegitto-kun · 03-05-2010, 06:13 PM

odd I revved the engine over 7000 RPM today

no shifting warning light

Hugoneus · 03-05-2010, 06:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vegitto-kun

odd I revved the engine over 7000 RPM today

no shifting warning light

That is odd...

Trips · 03-05-2010, 06:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vegitto-kun

odd I revved the engine over 7000 RPM today

no shifting warning light

Do you have the 7AT?
Autos don't come equipped with a shift lite

Hugoneus · 03-05-2010, 07:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gatorfast

Not sure I understand your point. The auto function still turns the lights on and off...it just does it automatically instead of you having to turn the switch. Whether the lights outomaticaly turn on/off or you do it manually how would that affect the life span?

It will prevent the Auto function to turn it on and off when not necessary. Like coming out of a garage during a sunny day!

PapoZalsa · 03-05-2010, 07:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hugoneus

This thread is not about the validity of the break-in period. It is simply a way to assist those who wish to adhere to it.

03-05-2010, 03:43 PM	#1 (permalink)
Hugoneus Base Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Milky Way Posts: 245 Drives: 2010 370z T+S+N 6MT Rep Power: 15	Break-In Tip & Light Tip Dear members, If you want a little aid to make sure that you don't exceed the 4k RPM of the engine during break-in, set the dash computer to turn on the REV light at 3.5k RPM instead of 6.5k RPM which is default. This way you get a little REV reminder to slow down! To increase the life of your headlights, put them on auto when you actually want to turn your headlights on (given that it is actually dark enough). Turning headlights on/off often will reduce their life span. I hope you guys find these little tips useful. __________________ 2010 Cherry Black Nissan 370z + Black Interior + 6MT Touring + Sport + Navigation + Painted Splash Guards + Illuminated Kick Plates + Fog Light + Floor Mats + Clear Bra

03-05-2010, 03:54 PM	#3 (permalink)
theDreamer A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 30,879 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 4210	Actually I hate the auto feature on the headlights, it will kick on in situations where I do not it in the middle of the day, under a bridge or overpass. Since I have no navigation from factory I cannot adjust this, plus I have better judgment on when I do or do not need the headlights. Rev light is in the RPM gauge, it will be red and I believe the circle is at the top of the RPM gauge. To adjust this use the left gauge and tab through the menus. __________________ theDreamer's Z // Fast Intentions // Uprev // GTM // HKS // TEIN theDreamer's Silvia // URAS // GREDDY Houston Zs // Facebook // Twitter // Instagram Last edited by theDreamer; 03-05-2010 at 04:02 PM.

03-05-2010, 04:33 PM	#8 (permalink)
Hi-Step'n370Z Enthusiast Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: new york Posts: 425 Drives: '10ZR S/B AT Tour NV Rep Power: 278	break in and light tip Thanks, both very good tips!

03-05-2010, 06:03 PM	#10 (permalink)
phelan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: CA Age: 38 Posts: 9,513 Drives: Scoobaroo Rep Power: 3406	i'd agree with dreamer in that the auto will turn lights on in underpasses and tunnels, etc. moments where i really don't need them. there's nothing circuit-wise that distinguishes auto-on from manual-on, just one gets info from a photosensor, and one is a mechanical switch on the control stalk. if the auto flashes on/off under bridges, etc. when i don't need them, i'd reckon they would shorten your head light life span. __________________ 凛 ('Rin') - 2009 Nissan 370Z With silence comes peace. With peace comes freedom. With freedom comes silence.

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370Zvetlana Base Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Montreal Posts: 131 Drives: 2009 370Z Black MT Rep Power: 15	just wondering, where is the rev light located? (just got the car)

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kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141521	i thought it was more like at the top of the rev guage... i could be wrong but i remeber it flashing numerous times while motoring.

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03-05-2010, 06:13 PM	#11 (permalink)
Vegitto-kun A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: USA Posts: 2,011 Drives: 09 370Z Rep Power: 262	odd I revved the engine over 7000 RPM today no shifting warning light