Originally posted by Ex2X:
Hardcore, thanks for the info -- and thanks for actually posting something useful, which can't be said of everyone here.
One piece of info you left out, or perhaps you thought it was common knowledge, or maybe it was in a previous post and I missed it... What mileage is the typical breakin period? First 1000 miles? First 3000? 5000? Thanks again...
Ex2x,
Looks like 1,200 miles (or 2,000km).
That number is from the 2004 Xterra manual, so you might want to confirm in the 2005 but I doubt it would be significantly different:
CAUTION
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, and 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.
- Do not tow a trailer for the first 500 miles
(800 km). Your engine, axle or other parts
could be damaged.
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