BMW X5 X6 E71 E72 owners manual page 132

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ba8_e70ag.book Seite 130 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Things to remember when driving Break-in period Following part replacement Moving parts need breaking-in time to adjust to Observe the break-in instructions again if com- each other. To ensure that your vehicle contin-ponents mentioned above must be replaced ues to provide optimized economy of operation after subsequent driving operation. throughout an extended service life, we request that you devote careful attention to the follow-Saving fuel ing section. The fuel consumption of your vehicle depends Engine and rear axle differential on various factors. Through a few simple steps, Always obey all official speed limits.your driving style, and regular maintenance, you can have a positive influence on your fuel con- Up to 1,200miles/2,000km sumption and environmental impact. Drive at various engine and vehicle speeds, but Removing unnecessary cargo do not exceed: > Gasoline engine Additional weight increases fuel consumption. 4,500 rpm or 100mph/160km/h Removing add-on parts after use > Diesel engine Remove unneeded auxiliary mirrors, roof or rear 3,500 rpm or 90mph/150km/h luggage racks after use. Add-on parts attached Avoid full-throttle operation and use of the to the vehicle impede the aerodynamics and transmission's kick-down mode during these increase the fuel consumption. initial miles. Things to remember when driving From 1,200miles/2,000km Closing windows and glass sunroof*/ panorama glass sunroof* The engine and vehicle speed can gradually be An open glass sunroof/panorama glass sunroof increased. or open windows likewise increase the drag Tires coefficient and therefore the fuel consumption. Due to technical factors associated with their Checking tire inflation pressures manufacture, tires do not achieve their full trac-regularly tion potential until after an initial break-in Check and correct the tire inflation pressure as period. Therefore, drive reservedly during the needed at least twice a month and before long first 200 miles/300 km. trips. Brake system An insufficient tire inflation pressure increases Brakes require an initial break-in period of the rolling resistance and thus increases the approx. 300miles/500km to achieve optimized fuel consumption and tire wear. contact and wear patterns between brake pads Driving off immediately and rotors. Drive in a reserved manner during Do not allow the engine to warm up by leaving it this break-in period. running while the vehicle remains stationary. Instead, begin to drive at a moderate engine 130 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 756 - © 06/09 BMW AG

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