Break-in perioe
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Heel & Toe
Joined: Oct 2009
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From: Germantown TN
Break-in perioe
Hey guys,
I'm taking delivery of a new 2010 GS conv., manual trans next week. Anything special I need to do or care I need to take early on? Is there any kind of break-in period?
thanks
I'm taking delivery of a new 2010 GS conv., manual trans next week. Anything special I need to do or care I need to take early on? Is there any kind of break-in period?
thanks
Team Owner
Joined: Sep 2005
Posts: 20,352
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From: Ventura County, Calif
Basic break-in from 2010 Owner's Manual: 
New Vehicle Break-In
Follow these recommended guidelines during the first
1,500 miles/2414 km of driving this vehicle. Parts have a
break-in period and performance will be better in the
long run.
For the first 200 miles/322 km:
• To break in new tires, drive at moderate speeds and
avoid hard cornering for the first 200 miles/322 km.
• New brake linings also need a break- in period. Avoid
making hard stops during the first 200 miles/322 km.
This is recommended every time brake linings are
replaced.
For the first 500 miles/805 km:
• Avoid full throttle starts and abrupt stops.
• Do not exceed 4,000 engine rpm.
• Avoid driving at any one constant speed, fast or
slow, including the use of cruise control.
• Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle
when the engine speed will exceed 4000 RPM.
• Do not let the engine labor. Never lug the engine
in high gear at low speeds. With a manual
transmission, shift to the next lower gear. This rule
applies at all times, not just during the break-in
period.
For the first 1,500 miles/2414 km:
• Do not participate in track events, sport driving
schools, or similar activities during the first
1,500 miles/2414 km.
• Check engine oil with every refueling and add if
necessary. Oil and fuel consumption may be higher
than normal during the first 1,500 miles/2414 km
Follow these recommended guidelines during the first
1,500 miles/2414 km of driving this vehicle. Parts have a
break-in period and performance will be better in the
long run.
For the first 200 miles/322 km:
• To break in new tires, drive at moderate speeds and
avoid hard cornering for the first 200 miles/322 km.
• New brake linings also need a break- in period. Avoid
making hard stops during the first 200 miles/322 km.
This is recommended every time brake linings are
replaced.
For the first 500 miles/805 km:
• Avoid full throttle starts and abrupt stops.
• Do not exceed 4,000 engine rpm.
• Avoid driving at any one constant speed, fast or
slow, including the use of cruise control.
• Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle
when the engine speed will exceed 4000 RPM.
• Do not let the engine labor. Never lug the engine
in high gear at low speeds. With a manual
transmission, shift to the next lower gear. This rule
applies at all times, not just during the break-in
period.
For the first 1,500 miles/2414 km:
• Do not participate in track events, sport driving
schools, or similar activities during the first
1,500 miles/2414 km.
• Check engine oil with every refueling and add if
necessary. Oil and fuel consumption may be higher
than normal during the first 1,500 miles/2414 km
Le Mans Master
Joined: Jul 2010
Posts: 5,584
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From: Syracuse New York
I'm right in the middle of that break-in period with my 2010 GS coupe, the manual is pretty clear on all of it, I read mine pretty well, mostly because of the differences with the Dry Sump system, whick mine has. Your convertible doesn't have the dry sump, but the manual says to keep close watch on oil level for the first few thousand miles, mine's been good, I'm currently just over 1,200 miles. you'll get a good amount of brake dust, especially on the front wheels, try the Armor All product for wheels, it really works great. Good luck with the GS, I'm liking mine a lot.
Team Owner
Joined: Sep 2000
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From: Far NW 'burbs of Chicago
St. Jude Donor '13
You can get a head start by Googling the manual and reading it online, or actually printing it out (takes about a ream of paper) and you'll always have a large-print copy for quick reference at home.
Enjoy!
Enjoy!
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Le Mans Master
Joined: Oct 1999
Posts: 8,205
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From: Tucson AZ
Try to go longer than 500 miles...........
We did a lot of "back roads" after our Museum delivery, so it was not a problem for us to do nearly 1K, before we did a lot of Interstate driving. Of course, it was 2K+ miles home, so the last day or two were exciting! 
Safety Car
Joined: Oct 2003
Posts: 4,024
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From: Loveland CO to Central Coast CA
To the OP, here's an online owners manual: http://www.gmpartshouse.com/download...10corvette.pdf
And congrats on your new GS!
Melting Slicks
Joined: Feb 2008
Posts: 3,248
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From: Palm Beach County, Florida
Go a step further than the owners manual instructions:
Take it easy for the first 1500-2000 and change the oil early.
Get a magnetic drain plug in there ASAP too.
You'd be surprised what comes out on that plug during break-in (and after).
Take it easy for the first 1500-2000 and change the oil early.
Get a magnetic drain plug in there ASAP too.
You'd be surprised what comes out on that plug during break-in (and after).
Team Owner
Joined: Sep 2000
Posts: 25,015
Likes: 2,709
From: Far NW 'burbs of Chicago
St. Jude Donor '13
The manual on our 2009 gives break in instructions that take you all the way to 1,500 miles.
The people who want to do it differently; are not the ones who made the engine & driveline, nor are they the people who stand behind it with warranty money.
The people who want to do it differently; are not the ones who made the engine & driveline, nor are they the people who stand behind it with warranty money.
Best of Luck and Enjoy.