2009 Mercedes SLR McLaren Owner's Manual - Page 234

Operation The first 1000 miles (1500 km) In the "Operation" section you will find detailed information on operating, maintaining and caring for your vehicle. The more cautiously you treat your vehicle during the break-in period, the more satisfied you will be with its performance later on. You should therefore observe the following for the first 1000 miles (1500 km): Drive at varying but moderate road and engine speeds. Do not drive faster than 150 mph (240 km/h). Break in new tires for the first 100 miles (160 km), therefore avoid high-speed cornering. Do not exceed a speed of 125 mph (200 km/h). Do not drive at engine speeds above 4500 rpm. Try to avoid heavy load on the engine (driving at full throttle) and driving at high engine speeds (maximum of 2/3 of top speed of each gear) during this break-in period. Avoid accelerating by kick-down. Change gears in good time. 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). After 1000 miles (1500 km), you may gradually bring the vehicle up to full road and engine speed. All of the above instructions also apply when driving the first 1000 miles (1500 km) after the engine or the rear differential has been replaced. i Always obey applicable speed limits. 234