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Old Oct 13, 2007 | 08:28 PM
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I just got a new 2008 Audi A4 2.0T manual sedan today. Is there a recommended way to drive the car for the first n miles ? ( Less than x mph, etc.)

Also, when should I first change the oil ? And is there any type of gas that is bestrecommended ?
 
Old Oct 13, 2007 | 08:31 PM
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change oil your first 1,000 miles.. because theres crap from the factory assembly

don't rev high, i you live in cali 91... mobil or chevron...

You will find that if you mix half mobil and half chevron... you will get an extra 30 miles per tank... I don't know why.. it just works that way try it
 
Old Oct 13, 2007 | 08:38 PM
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drive gently for the first 3000 ish miles. you dont have to baby it, but dont step on it too hard. top sped doesnt matter becuase it isnt really related to the engine rpm. just dont get to that speed too quick adn you will be fine
 
Old Oct 13, 2007 | 09:07 PM
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The dealer should tell you.
 
Old Oct 13, 2007 | 10:03 PM
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it's also important to not keep the rpm's constant for a long period of time. Vary the rpm's as much as you can... i.e. don't drive 60mph for hours at a time. Agreed with above though, check with the dealer and/or your owner's manual.
 
Old Oct 14, 2007 | 01:07 PM
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Like ^^^ said, make sure you're varying the RPM's and not sitting @ 5500 for 20 mins . No launches but get the most out of all your gears.
 
Old Oct 14, 2007 | 01:18 PM
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the engine is broke in before you get it so just keep to the maintenance and log it
 
Old Oct 14, 2007 | 01:45 PM
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it's in your manual..

dun pass 4k rpm, and 3/4 of thex max speed (roughly 100mph) for first 1000 miles
 
Old Oct 14, 2007 | 01:49 PM
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drive it like you stole it
 
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