Run In Service (2,000 Kms)

OldButSmooth · 11-13-2023, 06:41 PM

I have my car booked in for the 2,000 km (1200 mile) run-in service next Tuesday.

I am curious to understand what changes will be noticeable after this service, does the dealer unlock any additional performance from the engine, or is that the car can be driven over 5,000 rpm's. Any information will be greatly appreciated.

Thank you
OBS

M_Power Rob · 11-13-2023, 08:35 PM

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Originally Posted by OldButSmooth

I have my car booked in for the 2,000 km (1200 mile) run-in service next Tuesday.

I am curious to understand what changes will be noticeable after this service, does the dealer unlock any additional performance from the engine, or is that the car can be driven over 5,000 rpm's. Any information will be greatly appreciated.

Thank you
OBS

No changes to the car/computer...just oil and diff fluid changes.

M2siast · 11-13-2023, 09:53 PM

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Originally Posted by M_Power Rob

No changes to the car/computer...just oil and diff fluid changes.

This.
The only change you will notice is that the car will stop telling you it needs service. The car will be the same as before.

You should already be driving over 5000RPM if you’re following the manual. Driving under 5000RPM can be detrimental to the engine break-in, IMO.

OldButSmooth · 11-14-2023, 01:39 PM

Appreciate your advice, dealer advised me not to exceed 5000 rpm's for initial 2,000 kms. RTFM was attempted...but proved to be a sound cure for insomnia.

M2siast · 11-14-2023, 01:55 PM

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Originally Posted by OldButSmooth

Appreciate your advice, dealer advised me not to exceed 5000 rpm's for initial 2,000 kms. RTFM was attempted...but proved to be a sound cure for insomnia.

Here you go, top-right of the page.

DSTR · 11-14-2023, 11:40 PM

Amazing whats in the supplied owners manual that is routinely not read and utilized!! LOL

VIERsr · 11-14-2023, 11:54 PM

Does the gearbox oil also have to be changed for the MT?
I had it changed on the 1M, while my M2C was DKG so I am not sure if it's still required.

aerobod · 11-15-2023, 12:02 AM

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Originally Posted by VIERsr

Does the gearbox oil also have to be changed for the MT?
I had it changed on the 1M, while my M2C was DKG so I am not sure if it's still required.

Not any more, just the diff and engine oil.

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