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Break in of new RS4 clutch... 500 miles about right?

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Old 04-12-2007, 11:59 PM
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Default Break in of new RS4 clutch... 500 miles about right?

Any recommendations on driving styles?
Obviously not WOT. When is a good time to "know" when it is time for a more aggressive style of driving?

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Old 04-13-2007, 12:26 AM
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500 miles is correct.
Old 04-13-2007, 04:10 AM
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Default you picking her up today willie!!!! :)

Congratulations!

Drive it around the city a lot, stop and go is the best way to break her in, you need to smooth out the clutch surface with repeated engagements...EASY engagements btw.

PS, make sure they reset the SAC before installing that clutch meng!

PPS, 500 miles is fine, 600 is better :-p
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Keep it out of high load situations i.e. high gear-low rpms
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you dont need to break in an RS4 clutch...
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What ^^^ said!
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Default Great advise. Good looking out for those who dont know.

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Its all reset and I pick it up next week. A little delay.
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Default i am being serious.......

if your RS4 clutch was installed and adjusted correctly......it doesn't need break-in. Maybe just 50-75 miles normal driving, then you can romp on it
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Are you from London, ON? Just wondering, as there are so few of us Audi enthusiasts around here.


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