2004 Mercedes-Benz S430 4MATIC S500 4MATIC S55 AMG S600 Owners Manual

Operation
The first 1000 miles (1500 km)
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The first 1000 miles (1500 km)
In the “Operation” section you will find de-
tailed information on operating, maintain-
ing and caring for your vehicle.
The more cautiously you treat your vehicle
during the break-in period, the more satis-
fied you will be with its performance later
on.
!
Additional instructions for AMG vehi-
cles:
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During the first 1000  miles
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Drive your vehicle during the first
(1500
km), do not exceed a speed
1000
miles (1500  km) at varying but
of 85 mph (140 km/h).
moderate vehicle and engine speeds.
During this period, avoid engine
speeds above 4500 rpm in each
gear.
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During this period, avoid heavy loads
(full throttle driving) and excessive en-
gine speeds (no more than ⁄     3 of max-
2
imum rpm in each gear).
All of the above instructions, as may apply
to your vehicle type, also apply when driv-
ing the first 1000 miles (1500  km) after
the engine or the rear differential has been
replaced.
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Avoid accelerating by kick-down.
Do not attempt to slow the vehicle
down by shifting to a lower gear using
the gear selector lever.
Select positions 3, 2 or 1 only when
driving at moderate speeds (for hill
driving).
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Always obey applicable speed limits.
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After 1000  miles (1500 km) you may
gradually increase vehicle and engine
speeds to the permissible maximum.
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CategoriesMercedes-Benz Manuals, Mercedes-Benz S-Class Manuals
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Model Year2004
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