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Proper brake in period...?

Discussion in 'Newbie Forum' started by gudetime, Jan 7, 2011.

  1. gudetime

    gudetime New Member

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    Just bought our first 2010 Prius allready with 200 miles on it. Any tips or suggestions how to properly brake in the Prius?
     
    #1 gudetime, Jan 7, 2011
  2. qbee42

    qbee42 My other car is a boat

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    Brake in period? Is that a break-in period for the brakes? :D

    Seriously, common spelling errors aside, take it easy for the first 400 miles. Avoid full throttle and panic stops. That's about it.

    Tom
     
    #2 qbee42, Jan 7, 2011
  3. Mendel Leisk

    Mendel Leisk Senior Member

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    Sure, happy to oblige: take your foot off the gas, apply pressure to brake pedal. It's really just like any other vehicle. ;)

    Anyway, there's some info in the Owners Manual. More-or-less covered by Tom. They also mention to vary speeds, mix it up. In other words: don't cross the prairies in a brand-new car, with the cruise control set.
     
    #3 Mendel Leisk, Jan 7, 2011
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