Get Driving -> Running in a new engine Guide for Volkswagen Transporter Van Seventh Generation (2021-2025)

Running in a new engine

A new engine has to be run in during the first 1,500 kilometres. All moving parts should be given the time to get used

to running together. During the first few operating hours, the engine has higher internal friction than it does later.

Up to 1,000 km:

—Do not depress the accelerator fully.

—Do not drive the vehicle at more than 2/3 of the maximum engine speed.

—Do not drive with a trailer attached .

Within 1,000 to 1,500 km:

—Gradually increase speed and engine speed.

The style of driving during the first 1,500 km also affects the engine quality. Even after this time – and especially

with a cold engine – drive the vehicle at moderate speeds in order to reduce engine wear and to increase the mileage

that the engine can cover.

Do not drive at engine speeds that are too low. Always shift down gear if the engine is not running “smoothly”.

New tyres (→ Wheels and tyres) and brake pads (→ Information on the brakes) must be run in carefully.

If the new engine is run in gently, its service life will be increased and its engine oil consumption

reduced.

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Using the vehicle in other countries and continents

The vehicle has been manufactured specifically for a particular country and complies with the registration regulations

that applied in that country at the time of vehicle production.

If you want to use the vehicle abroad for a short period, all relevant information and instructions should be followed .

If the vehicle is going to be sold in another country or used in another country for an extended period, the legal

requirements applicable in that country must be observed.

In some cases, certain equipment will have to be fitted or removed and functions deactivated. The service scope and

service types could also be affected. This is particularly important if the vehicle is driven in another climate region for

a long period of time.

The factory-fitted Infotainment system may not work abroad because different frequency bands are used in different

countries.

NOTICE

● Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is not responsible for any vehicle damage which is caused by low-quality fuel,

inadequate servicing work or lack of availability of Genuine Parts.

● Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles cannot be held responsible if the vehicle does not comply with or only partly

complies with the relevant legal requirements in other countries and continents.

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Driving -> Running in a new engine for Your Volkswagen Transporter Van Seventh Generation (2021-2025)