Mercedes-Benz E 320, Operator'S Manual

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Operation
In the “Operation” section you will find de-
tailed information on operating, maintain-
ing and caring for your vehicle.
The first 1000 miles (1500 km)
The more cautiously you treat your vehicle
during the break-in period, the more satis-
fied you will be with its performance later
on.
앫
Drive your vehicle during the first
1000 miles (1500 km) at varying but
moderate vehicle and engine speeds.
앫
During this period, avoid heavy loads
(full throttle driving) and excessive en-
gine speeds (no more than
2
/
3
of max-
imum rpm in each gear).
앫
Avoid accelerating by kick-down.
앫
Do not attempt to slow the vehicle
down by shifting to a lower gear using
the selector lever.
앫
Select positions 3 , 2 or 1 only when
driving at moderate speeds (for hill
driving).
앫
Select C as the preferred shift program
(
컄
page 179) for the first 1000 miles
(1500 km).
After 1000 miles (1500 km) you may grad-
ually increase vehicle and engine speeds
to the permissible maximum.
All of the above, as may apply to your vehi-
cle type, also apply when driving the first
1000 miles (1500 km) after the engine or
the rear differential has been replaced.
!
Additional instructions for AMG vehi-
cles:
앫
During the first 1000 miles
(1500 km), do not exceed a speed
of 85 mph (140 km/h).
앫 During this period, avoid engine
speeds above 4500 rpm in each
gear.
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Always obey applicable speed limits.