Break in period?

Hello TW,

I purchased my 16' Tacoma DCSB Trd Sport few days ago.. I'm not sure if this question has been asked but is there a break in period for the new engine? I've yet to hit 100 miles and have heard the first 1,000 miles the truck should be driven a certain way?

Did you guys have a "break-in" period? Or does it not matter. I was told to have a engine last a long time the break in period is very important.

-KevC

 

Did you read the manual ?

If not, this thread has the picture of what your manual says:

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/breaking-in-your-new-tacoma-owners-manual.422875/

 

Congrats... not as truck savvy as some members but here is what I can tell you based on my experience. The truck does take time to learn your driving habits and I was not 100% happy till after I hit 1200 miles. Now it seems so much better.

 

I wonder why it doesn't want you to drive at a constant speed for extended periods?

 

Also I am assuming the low Transmission fluid issue has been resolved? I bought my truck on Saturday assuming they caught on? I guess it doesn't hurt to check again myself

 

You should run avgas, that's what it's made for

I doubt it

 

That is to make sure the pistons wear in and seat themselves evenly in the cylinders. Variation in the RPM range ensures that you get a good even wear along the full length of the cylinder walls and keeps the piston rings good and sealed. It also ensures the gears in the transmission all get use instead of just your final gear.