New Clio III - running it in.

//Mike

//Mike

//Mike

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Having recently been given a new Clio mk 3 1.4, on reading the drivers handbook I understand that it is good practice to run the engine in for the first 600 to 1000-ish miles.

Does this really have any benefits on a modern engine, other than helping to minimise engine wear in its early life and hence increse longevity? Will I see a performance increase (other than using higher revs) in the future as a result of running the engine in? Will I see improved MPG? etc...
 
Mk III is the one which was released at the end of 2005 :).

I think you're probably getting confused with the facelift Mk II?
 
Ok thanks guys.

I've only drive about 100 miles so far with the car, which have been short journeys to and from school for the most part.

I might go out today for a nice long drive and eat up a few more miles, there are a few quite and hilly areas around here to so I will try and give that idea a go as well.
 
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