06-29-2023, 11:42 AM | #1 |
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06-29-2023, 11:47 AM | #2 |
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Congratulations. The break in is difficult and requires a lot of restraint. It's something to uphold if you value the long term reliability and ownership of the vehicle. I've actually found the break in period to be a lot simpler with the six speed manual. The 8AT is too easy and eager to downshift aggressively on its own.
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06-29-2023, 12:39 PM | #3 |
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Hi Brad, if you pull up the owners manual from the iDrive, it states something like keep it under 5K RPM for the first 600 miles and 600-1200 keep it under 6K RPM. So at least that will give you some more revs to play with. Whenever I have a new car with break in, I would usually make sure the car is warmed up before giving it any sort of beans and just make sure to vary the RPM. So keep it in 2nd a bit longer than usual, 3rd, 4th, you know the drill. Do some engine breaking as well, I feel like that is important.
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06-29-2023, 06:53 PM | #8 |
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You’ve already gotten solid break in advice, only other thoughts I can offer is don’t let anyone else get behind the wheel and no valet for now! Lol
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06-30-2023, 08:44 AM | #12 | |
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For break in I just follow the owners manual and what the factory calls for. Think it calls for <5K RPMs and <106mph for the 1st 600 miles then after 600 miles <6K RPMs and <130mph. Given where I live and drive 100+ MPH is very illegal so the 106mph limit works for the entire break in period. 'course, along with the above before I give the engine any real whip I drive long enough the engine is fully up to temperature. I make sure to go by the oil temperature gauge. The coolant temperature goes up quicker than the oil temperature but the oil temperature reflects better the engine's temperature. Provided this is not forbidden in the owners manual what I do though that deviates a bit from the break in is I'll have the engine oil/filter service done at 600 miles. This is *not* the break in service this is something extra. I have this oil/filter service done but I request the RiS not be deactivated. RiS is BMW speak for the break in service reminder. Of course I have to pay for this service out of pocket. Then at 1200 miles I have the car in for its break in service which for the 6-speed is engine oil/filter and diff fluid is changed. And then the break in service notification is dismissed. This service is free although I was charged ~$4 the windshield fluid reservoir needed topping up... As is my SOP the oil/filter service will be done at 5K miles -- 3800 miles *after* the break in service -- then every 5K miles after. The 10K mile services (at least the oil/filter portion) are free included with the purchase of the car. The ones in between the 10K mile service intervals are on me. Be sure you check the oil level periodically. While it is rare the engine will use any appreciable amount of oil you want to monitor the oil level just in case. I always carry a bottle of the proper engine oil to have when I check the oil level and if the oil level is low enough I can add oil and bring the oil level up to full. Keep an eye on tire pressures. Early on my car picked up a nail in one of the rear tires. The tire was losing several PSI overnight. Had the car in to the local BMW dealer and fortunately the tire was deemed repairable and rather surprisingly the dealer service tech was allowed to repair the tire. Over 1000 miles later tire is fine. Have just about (maybe a bit over) 2500 miles on my car and it is a blast to drive. The engine is very powerful and the clutch and transmission are superb. Handling is perfect. Brakes ditto. The M2 is awesome. |
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Thanks to all for the advice. I’m well past break-in, but still not pushing the car to its limits, which (to be completely honest) exceed my own and, btw, would be a felony on any public road.
I had some track time in my previous BMW, a 2009 135i, but not yet in this one. The M Driver’s Package includes a day to the Performance Center, but that’s not until spring and I will be driving one of their vehicles. And yes, I picked it up at Sterling BMW in NoVa. Put down my deposit a full year before delivery. Happy with the dealer; absolutely in love with the car! P.S. As a newbie to this forum, I am open to any (preferably well-intentioned) guidance on etiquette or protocol. |
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Congrats! I too came from a 2009 135i. The M2 is on another level! As far as break in - as others have said, follow the manual. It's tough, especially as you get up in the rev range and begin to see the shift lights and the wonderful sound, but be strong!
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That's awesome you're coming from a 135i as well, albeit the wrong engine I too came from a 135i. Nothing will prepare you for how awesome this new car is on track. My 135i had a series of modifications, and the M2 in stock form completely shattered whatever I thought the 135i could do... It's unbelievable. You will feel like you "own" the track, as the car has virtually no limits (coming from how used we are with a non-M). As a newbie to this forum, I'd say you are doing fantastic, so just keep it up. My recommendation, based on own feelings and observations, is to keep your emotions in check. We all seem to have gotten a little jaded with all the negative comments we frequently see here, and sometimes we let the feelings get the best of us. If you feel like your answer is impolite, count to 10, and try again. If someone is impolite to you (it'll happen too often) just ignore them and they'll go away. Practicing this myself and trying to be a better e-friend to all here. Have a lovely day and enjoy your car! We can only understand it by owning it, it's simply perfect (but we like to have our say in its idiosyncrasies as well, so feel free to find the thread about owners' gripes and share yours!) |
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Break in is excruciating but I'm assuming it's worth it for the long term, otherwise BMW wouldn't care documenting it to that extent. I'm not even at 300 miles yet, so still long ways to go. I have a roadtrip planned this weekend which should help get through this more quickly. Congrats OP! |
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Congrats on the car! I am also going from a 2009 1 Series (128i) to a 2024 M2. I cannot wait for the upgrade! Would you share any reactions to your upgrade?
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