The Nissan Qashqai crossover has been on sale in Russia since 2007. Over this time Japanese company Nissan has sold over 3.3 million vehicles worldwide. As for the domestic market, here in ten years the Japanese have also achieved good achievements - over 250 copies of the model sold. Not the brightest and most catchy exterior, medium equipment and low-volume power plants. What is the success of the model and why is she so loved in Russia? Nissan Qashqai became the first crossover of a Japanese company assembled in Europe.
The car got its name in honor of the Qashqai tribe, who lived in the Iranian province of Fars. Today, car sales take place in most European countries, in Japan and Australia. True, the name of the car is different everywhere. For example, in the Japanese and Australian markets, Qashqai is released under the guise of Dualis. However, changing the label on the door luggage compartment auto has no effect on specifications. The model quickly gained popularity due to its reliability and unpretentiousness. Part of the Koshak's popularity is due to its reliable Japanese powerplants. Next, we will tell you what is the resource of the Nissan Qashqai engine, and what problems the driver may encounter during the operation of the crossover.
Line of power units
The first generation of the model was so liked by domestic drivers that the second generation was developed by Japanese engineers for seven whole years. Only in 2014 was the launch announced manufactured by Nissan Qashqai 2. At the same time, the crossover was put into mass production at car factory in St. Petersburg. The cat was officially delivered to Russia with 1.2, 1.6 and 2.0-liter power plants. The most widespread is the 1.6-liter gasoline engine, which is distinguished by its speed and relatively high resistance to adverse conditions.
However, a large part of the sales of the model accounted for modifications with a small-capacity 1.2 engine for 115 “horses”, there were also buyers for a 130-horsepower 2-liter engine. In 2017, the Nissan Qashqai 2 has undergone some changes that mainly affected the exterior of the model. Diversity power plants remained the same. The motors are aggregated by a variator and mechanical box gears. The maximum speed of the version of the car with a 1.2-liter engine is 160 km, and acceleration to 100 km / h takes as much as 13 seconds. Of course, such indicators of dynamism may seem too weak to many. But already the 2.0-liter version of the car accelerates to “hundreds” in 10 seconds, and maximum speed- 180 km / h. True, the difference between these two modifications in cost is about 200 thousand rubles.
Engine resource 1.2
The joint development of Nissan and Renault has found its application on many French and Japanese relatively small cars. The 1.2-liter engine was designated DIG / TCE in Nissan and Renault, respectively, and according to the internal index, the engine can be identified as H5FT. It first debuted in 2011 and immediately received a lot of accolades from independent automotive experts. Its main advantage is smooth operation and low level of mechanical noise emitted. Nissan Qashqai 1.2 really works quietly, extraneous mechanical noises from the operation of the engine and transmission practically do not penetrate into the cabin.
Specifications 1.2 DIG:
- number of cylinders - 4;
- motor type - in-line;
- valves per cylinder - 4;
- power system - direct injection;
- boost level - 115-130 forces.
Initially, the 1.2-liter engine was produced in only one boost level for 115 forces, but a few years later other variations appeared for 120 and 130 “horses”. The DIG / TCE engine is a four-cylinder with four valves per cylinder. The all-aluminum block is equipped with direct fuel injection and a turbine. A reliable chain serves as a timing drive, and one phase regulator is also installed on both shafts. A technological innovation of the engine is the use by the manufacturer during the development of the motor of anti-friction materials, which, in theory, should help increase the life of the motor.
But in the course operating Nissan Qashqai 1.2 eventually face some problems and "chronic" engine diseases:
- Increased oil consumption. Consumption level lubricant in some cases, it increases after overcoming the mark of 200 thousand kilometers and is 0.5 liters of oil per 1000 km.
- Floating turnovers. Another typical "sore" DIG / TCE, successfully eliminated by flashing the control unit.
- Oil leaks. Often, owners of the Nissan Qashqai 1.2 note various smudges of lubricant through various oil seals - the reason is not completely known.
The manufacturer does not provide any information regarding the nominal life of the motor. Guarantee period DIG / TCE services - 150 thousand km. The owners, in turn, note that the resource of the Nissan Qashqai 1.2 engine is 300 thousand kilometers.
Engine resource 1.6
In the first generation of the crossover, the 1.6-liter engine is represented by the atmospheric power unit HR16, which is well known to motorists. With the release of Nissan Qashqai 2 appeared and new unit in the line of engines of the model - the series was supplemented by a 1.6-liter R9M diesel engine with a rated power of 130 to 160 "horses" and a torque of 380 Nm. Atmospheric HR16 is time-tested, well studied by experts. Its aluminum cylinder block is made taking into account the technology of inserting "wet sleeves". The block head does not have hydraulic compensators, the adjustment of thermal gaps is carried out by selecting pushers.
Specifications 1.6 HR16:
- number of cylinders - 4;
- number of valves - 16;
- motor type - in-line;
- drive type - timing chain.
The diesel 1.6-liter engine is represented by a well-known installation on many french cars R9M motor. It also uses a chain as a timing drive. It is designed for the entire life of the motor, but, as a rule, fails ahead of time. The chain tends to stretch due to difficult operating conditions, as well as the constant excessive load of the installation. Its first symptoms of a malfunction are a distinct metallic ringing. At the first manifestations of the disease, it is important to replace the timing drive with a pump in time to avoid accidental slippage of the stretched chain by one tooth. Of course, lovers of crossovers and Japanese cars in general, the question is: how long does a 1.6-liter engine run? The resource of the gasoline HR16 is designed for 350-380 thousand km, but the diesel counterpart "walks" at least 300 thousand km.
Engine resource 2.0
The two-liter atmospheric power unit is represented by the MR20DE installation. This is a Japanese engine that has been produced since 2005 by engineers at the company's automotive plant in Yokohama. In Russia, this engine has been known for a long time and not only because of its installation on the Nissan Qashqai. Many lovers of Japanese SUVs got acquainted with the engine thanks to. In fact, the MR20DE is an example of the old Japanese school of motor building. Aluminum 16-valve head with a durable and heat-resistant cylinder block, timing chain drive, installed dephaser on the intake shaft, throttle control and no hydraulic compensators. It was these properties that the most reliable Japanese power plants became famous in their time.
Specifications MR20DE:
- number of cylinders - 4;
- number of valves - 16;
- power system - injector;
- motor type - in-line;
- drive type - timing chain.
The brand of the second two-liter engine, which the Japanese introduced with the release new generation Nissan Qashqai - R9M. This is a new generation diesel analogue of the MR20DE, which is distinguished by the presence of a modern Start-Stop system. Thanks to Star-Stop, fuel consumption is reduced, the most efficient engine operation mode is selected, which has a positive effect on engine life. However, the R9M cylinder block, unlike the MR20DE, is made of cast iron. The motor is equipped with a chain drive designed for the entire declared service life. The resource of the MR20DE engine is 350 thousand kilometers with normal maintenance, but the more modern and technologically advanced R9M is able to overcome 400 thousand km of the road.
Nissan Qashqai owner reviews
The Japanese were engaged in the development of power units for the first and second generation Nissan Qashqai together with French engineers. The motors turned out to be of high quality and resource-intensive. But they are not without some drawbacks, such as maslozhor or oil seal leakage. Another of their weaknesses is that the installations are practically not amenable to major repairs. Of course, there are craftsmen who sort out completely Japanese engines, but in the case of Nissan Qashqai engines, the situation is somewhat different.
The purchase of original parts and assemblies for a specific engine will cost many times more than buying the same engine for secondary market. Plus, you also have to pay a round sum for all the work on the overhaul. Therefore, most car owners Japanese crossovers and SUVs resort to searching for a used engine with low mileage in good condition. Reviews of car owners will tell you in detail about the actual resource of the Nissan Qashqai engine.
Motor 1.2
- Stas, Moscow. I drove for a long time, but in 2014 I decided to purchase an updated "cat" as soon as he got to Russia. Acquired a modification with a 1.2 liter turbo engine. Many owners complain that they lack the power of the car. Personally, I myself did not feel the lack of agility of the car. It is comfortable to travel on the roads of Moscow on the Nissan Qashqai, maneuverability is at the highest level, it “eats” quite a bit of fuel. There are enough speakers within the city, yes, there may be a shortage on the highway, but I operate the car 90% within the city. Now the mileage is 80 thousand kilometers. There were no problems with the car. The chain did not change, nothing knocks and rings. Many say that it is common for this motor to “eat” oil, but I have not encountered this ailment. I think that 300,000 km is a very real engine resource.
- Yuri, Chita. I will give my opinion on the new 1.2-liter turbo engine. This engine is not designed for overhaul, the cylinder block is not cheap to change, so if it fails, you need to look for a new unit. Masters say 300 thousand for 1.2 DIG / TCE - the ceiling. I fully agree with this statement. I walked 50 thousand kilometers on the 2016 crossover, to be honest, I was not very impressed, I expected more. I am glad that there were no problems with the engine. The timing chain serves 150,000 km.
- Maxim, Tula. The motor is relatively new, so about it real resource so far, nothing is known for sure. One can only speculate and speculate. There are instances that have already successfully passed more than 100 thousand kilometers, moreover, on their own timing chain. The resource of a 1.2 turbo engine is on average 300,000 km, it can vary up or down depending on the quality of maintenance.
The resource of a 1.2-liter engine with a turbine, according to car owners, is 300,000 kilometers. In order to develop a resource fully pledged by the manufacturer, it is necessary to strictly follow the regulated maintenance and recommendations of the engine manufacturer. Perfect option for daily urban use of the "cat" - acceptable dynamism, low fuel consumption. But on long trips, of course, there will be a lack of car power.
Motor 1.6
The HR16 motor is time-tested and proven ten years ago. Diesel R9M is not so common, due to its high requirements for the quality of diesel fuel, but in general it has a good declared resource, which is at least 300,000 kilometers. The atmospheric analogue wins in terms of resource - at least 380 thousand resources.
Motor 2.0
- Grigory, Moscow. I have been driving a cat since 2012. Passed a total of 140 thousand km. The chain is original, I haven't changed it yet, although it's already time. During this period, I did not encounter serious shortcomings or malfunctions of the engine. Fuel consumption, as well as engine oil, is constantly normal. Recently went to the diagnostics, checked the suspension. I had to replace the front struts, thrust bearing, rear caliper and brake discs. In general, trifles, but all this translates into a solid amount. But the engine pleases, it is quiet, powerful and at the same time reliable. I recommend everyone to pay attention to the version of the car with a two-liter MR20DE.
- Andrey, Voronezh. I have Nissan crossover Qashqai of the first generation J10 with a real Japanese heart installed under the hood - MR20DE. I change the oil every 8-10 thousand km, I fill in the recommended one from Nissan. I have already wound 160 thousand, the oil “does not eat”, there is also no excessive fuel consumption. Those who complain about the "oil burner" need to reconsider their driving style. Of course, I do not exclude - the fact of a breakdown may be. But he himself has noticed more than once how the consumption of lubricant increases at speeds of 140-160 km / h. The optimal speed is 120 km / h. The oil does not go away, the consumption is normal, so I recommend sticking to this speed range. The resource of this engine is colossal - 400 thousand kilometers. Auto mechanics unanimously say that this is one of the best Nissan engines.
- Yaroslav, Sochi. Crossover 2010 restyled version with 2.0-engine MR20DE. I am completely satisfied with my purchase. The best option, if you operate the car in city / highway mode in percentage 50 to 50. On the odometer 180 thousand kilometers, only once replaced the timing chain, stretched and began to ring. If you don’t replace it in time, it will cause slippage of the teeth and a difficult repair of the motor, so monitor the condition of the drive. The actual resource of the MR20DE is not known in detail, but the masters claim that 380-400 thousand installation is easy. But here it is important to take into account two nuances: the quality of service and driving style. You can put any even the most reliable engine for 100 tyk. But, I have not encountered serious problems engine for the first 180,000 km, so there is every reason to believe that 400,000 is a real figure.
The two-liter MR20DE is reliable, powerful and unpretentious engine. It is easy to maintain and repair. During the operation of the Nissan Qashqai 2.0, it is important to monitor the technical condition of the crossover. Carry out a regulated change of engine oil and use only original repair kits. Then the motor will be able to fully develop all the potential inherent in it by the manufacturer.
The opportunity to be ashamed and stand in a corner on the peas appeared only six months later, when the Skoda team nevertheless found out that nothing had been done to the engine, and how much power was put into it from the factory, so much was there.
I'm all for what. Getting into the new Qashqai, which also has 1.2, also a turbo and even 10 more forces than that peppy Yeti, I expected something comparable - if not sports and an indestructible desire to bring down everywhere, then certainly confident and worthy behavior . According to the passport, in general, the advantage is on his side: 10.9 s to a hundred against the Czech 11.8. But what is the use of numbers if the sensations are exactly the opposite? Where the "Yeti" is responsive and cheerful, "Qashqai" crawls out of the turbo lag with the quickness of a morning panda, somehow pulls for a while, and then goes back to sleep.
I have already driven such a car on the premiere test - but very little, on country roads and in a relatively serene mode. Then the 1.2-liter version seemed quite tolerable, but now the bustle of the city has made adjustments, and considerable ones. The engine constantly has to be kept in good shape, actively wielding the six-speed transmission lever and simultaneously reciting some highly effective soothing mantra in a circle. Otherwise, no way!
Moreover, the transmission itself also works through a stump-deck. The first two gears can easily at some point just stop turning on: the lever does not go and that's it, even if you crack! If this misfortune happened somewhere in an empty yard - not so bad. But it’s shameful to get stuck in the middle of the third transport, turn on the emergency gang and try to stick at least something for an endless minute, feeling the heavy look of a gloomy guy on the Kamaz behind your back ... Very peculiar sensations, I will tell you. Yes, perhaps this is the trouble of a specific test sample, thoroughly muzzled by colleagues for 7000 kilometers. This really can be, especially since the rest of the time the selectivity of the box is adequate. But questions still remain.
For example, about how, what for "Qashqai" six gears. gear ratio the fifth and sixth steps differ minimally: 0.763 and 0.638, respectively. For comparison, in the two-liter version, these parameters are 0.914 for the fifth and 0.767 for the sixth. In practice, these boring and incomprehensible numbers mean this: having hit the weekend in St. Petersburg and back, I managed to drive the “3-4-6” switching scheme into my subconscious level, because fifth gear is absolutely no use. Naturally, on my return, my personal car with five-speed gearbox, to which I immediately switched from Qashqai, I almost spat out the transmission, being rather surprised at my attempt to turn on the rear one at a speed of over 100 km / h.
In general, if you are determined to buy Qashqai and at the same time are not the world champion in stinginess, do not regret a hundred and a few thousand and take the version with a two-liter aspirated. The dynamics there, too, to put it mildly, are not racing, but you will definitely feel more confident.
However, the most important thing in this whole story with a small turbo engine is not even the dynamics, but the psychology of the buyer. Previously, the base "Qashqai" was equipped with an ancient aspirated 1.6, with which everything was very clear - a vegetable, but reliable and simple as a stalk from a shovel. Everyone was fine, everyone was happy with everything. An incomprehensible and new tiny thing with a turbine is a completely different matter. The devil only knows whether it will or will not, and if it does, then how many weeks a year the car will not drive, but will grow moldy in the service. That's why citizens are afraid, that's why they don't take it. A two-liter Qashqai, even in the “base”, costs under a million, and this is the territory of larger and more respected guys like Tiguan, CX-5, ix35 and others. In order to compete with them, a good-looking appearance, a pleasant interior and a heap of fashionable gadgets are no longer enough: in Russia, size still matters.
The statistics are relentless. At first, the magic of the name did its job, and Qashqai started with us even better than planned. But then something went wrong: if back in May the crossover closed the top ten most popular cars in Russia, and in June it even got into the top 8, then it rolled downhill, even flying out of the top 25 by the end of October and lost almost 50 percent in sales. Does this make Qashqai bad? No, he's normal. But with predictions about the continuation of the history of freaky market success, I, finishing writing the last test drive five months ago, perhaps got excited.
Does a new car need a break-in or not? Both drivers and representatives of engineering companies have been arguing on this topic for many years. Someone says that the tests that the car passes at the factory are more than enough. Others argue that the machine consists of hundreds of various nodes, and in order for this whole system to work like a clock, you need to run in.
In fact, most car parts do not need to be broken in. Modern technologies make it possible to achieve exceptionally precise interaction of all spare parts. The only exception is the engine. This is the most important part of the car, and it is the one that most needs additional exposure.
Every attentive motorist will have a question, what are the representatives of the companies arguing about? In fact, there are two camps in any automobile enterprise. The first includes technical specialists. Their task is extremely simple. The car should last as long as possible without any breakdowns.
Managers are another matter. Their task is to sell the car, and what will happen to it, as it were, is not their problem. No, do not think, the company always gives a guarantee on the car. Moreover, the driver can even choose the unit of measurement: kilometers or years.
In 99 percent of cases, the car passes the declared distance. But what will happen next? Running in helps to significantly extend the life of the car. The main thing is to do everything according to the instructions, and vehicle will serve you well.
Process physics
To understand why running-in is needed, let's look at the process from the inside. In the process of work, the parts are rubbed against each other. This is necessary first of all in order for the bearings to start working as efficiently as possible. The same goes for cylinders and pistons.
Many experts will argue that there is an oil film, and it will definitely protect all parts of the car from breakage. No doubt they will be right, but not completely. The fact is that the oil coating has an extremely low reliability and “breaks” under high loads. As a result, the parts take damage and wear out faster.
To prevent premature wear, the car needs to be run in. In the process of driving according to a clearly defined algorithm, all components and spare parts of the car are polished to a mirror finish.
Car manufacturers are aware of this effect. Therefore, a cold run-in is done at the factory. Servo drives allow you to significantly increase the conjugation of parts. But even the most modern equipment does not give the same effect as running in.
Running in a car
Instruction
To break in a car, you need to drive at least 500 kilometers. Some car experts say that even 300 is enough, but it's better not to risk it. At the same time, in order for the pairing of parts to be maximum, the following instructions must be followed:
Of course, there are many recommendations for running in a car, and all of them must be followed if you want the car to serve faithfully for many years. However, remember one paradigm. The main thing in the break-in is smoothness, avoid any sharp turns, quick acceleration and hard braking.
Running in the transmission
Running in the transmission of a car is also very important. The fact is that this device interacts directly with the engine, and in order for the systems to work in unison, it is necessary to adhere to several simple rules:
- Avoid off-road.
- For the first five hundred kilometers, forget about front axle.
- Until the car has traveled 800 km, do not use the trailer.
- Hard braking is strictly prohibited.
Only four rules in the first eight hundred kilometers will allow you to achieve perfect synergy between engine and transmission.
We extend the life of the car
To extend the life of a car, in addition to running in, you need to take care of high-quality fuels and lubricants. Refuel only at approved stations. Give preference to filling stations of the same network. Use good oil.
If you do not have the opportunity to use high-quality fuel and lubricants. Let's say you often travel around Russia and refuel far from the city - think about additives.
Important! Visit service centers regularly. This procedure becomes especially relevant after the expiration of the warranty period.
What if you don't roll?
Every driver should know what threatens his car with a lack of running. Unfortunately, the whole point is that it is extremely difficult to “calculate” the benefits of this operation. The answer is official dealers, and not technical specialists, comes down to the fact that you can immediately operate the machine at maximum speed.
Unfortunately, after 2-3 years it is extremely difficult to determine why the engine failed. Indeed, during the operation it is influenced by many factors, and it is difficult to find out which one led to a breakdown.
Important! For the first thousand kilometers, manufacturers recommend refraining from high loads, as this can lead to engine overheating.
However, even if you completely ignore the break-in of the car and immediately start driving at top speeds, nothing will happen. All that threatens you at first is increased consumption oils. But in the future, the lack of running-in can lead to premature wear of parts.
Advice! If you buy a car for 2-3 years, you definitely don’t need a break-in, but if you want to use it for at least 5-7 years, it’s better to show restraint in driving at least the first thousand kilometers.
If break-in is really effective, why didn't the engineering brands come up with a special mode
Modern cars are simply crammed with a variety of electronics. No wonder drivers are wondering why the engineering companies have not come up with a special mode of operation that could limit engine activity in the first thousand?
The answer to this question is best divided into two parts. In the first one, you need to tell that a certain restrictive regime in modern cars nevertheless, there is, however, this is not a run-in, but the so-called transport program.
When the car is transported from the factory to the dealership, the saving mode is activated to save battery power. You can only disable it in dealer center using special equipment.
On the other hand, the program that controls the running-in presents considerable complexity. The development of appropriate software and its implementation will cost a considerable amount, which will significantly increase the price of a car. It is much more practical to do the break-in yourself.
Attention! There is also a third aspect of this issue. But it is not customary to talk about it. Automobile companies they are interested in buying new models from them, and for this the old ones must fail.
Results
Of course, it is difficult to prove the effectiveness of running-in. Since no company is interested in conducting expensive studies to document the effectiveness of this procedure. But for drivers who want their car to last a long time, it is better to be careful in the first thousand kilometers.
Running in a car is an operational process that allows you to prepare units and key components for intensive use, as well as to identify at the initial stage possible faults and defects.
Despite the fact that motors from leading automakers are tested on special stands, it makes sense to run the car in and let the mechanisms function under load. The running-in of a new car is directly aimed at running in the gearbox and parts power unit, but we should also not rule out the importance of adapting suspension elements, running gear and brake mechanisms.
Break-in Benefits
To check the functional state of the machine, it is important to subject it to a thorough test. To do this, it is recommended to run-in all new cars, during which significant results can be achieved:
- to grind the moving elements of many nodes;
- smooth out the roughness and flaws of individual parts and assemblies;
- clean the lubrication system and the engine from dirt and various chips after factory assembly;
- achieve lapping of brake pads;
- detect existing defects and manufacturing defects.
Basic break-in rules
Violation of the rules for breaking in a car can lead to unforeseen consequences, but you can get a guarantee that the car will last a long time. For everything to go exactly, you need to follow the following rules:
- fill the car with high-quality fuel;
- check tire pressure;
- do not allow the engine to idle for a long time;
- control the level of engine oil, the presence of coolant and brake mixture;
- make sure that the grease does not leak;
- the first thousand kilometers during the break-in period is carried out at a speed of less than 90 km / h, it is also not recommended to use 4-6 gears;
- smoothly and timely shift to the appropriate downshift or upshift (the car’s operating instructions contain a table with the allowable speed for each gear);
- during the break-in period, engine speed for gasoline engines should not exceed 3,000 rpm, and for diesel engines this figure is from 1,200 rpm. up to 2,500 rpm;
- avoid a heavy load on the car (long driving "downhill" or towing a trailer or other vehicles);
- it is forbidden to practice an aggressive driving style, associated with emergency braking and sudden accelerations;
- it is desirable to carry out the break-in outside the rhythm of urban traffic, on highways with a high-quality and even surface.
How many kilometers does the run-in last?
In this regard, each specialist has, but everyone agrees on one thing - the first 1.5 thousand kilometers are the most important in the run-in. It is on them that the car must be strictly observed. For the rest of the mileage, the rules are not so strict. However, for each brand of car, the mileage is individual - from 2,000 to 5,000 kilometers. This indicator is largely determined by the type of engine, if it is a diesel engine - the recommended mileage must be multiplied by two.
Vehicle break-in steps (speed limit)
When running new car the main attention should be paid to its engine, since this is the node where there really is something to grind on. The process of running the engine on a new car is best broken down into several stages.
- The first stage should have a length of about 500 kilometers. It is recommended to move extremely evenly, thereby ensuring minimal loads on the transmission and engine. It will not be difficult - just go out of town: the first 50 km must be overcome at a speed of 40-50 km / h in third gear, then add to a speed of 60-70 km / h and increase the gear to fourth gear, drive in this mode another 100-150 kilometers.
Every new 100 kilometers on the speedometer of a car, it is recommended to increase the speed of the car by 10 km / h, while continuing to move in fourth gear. By the end of the trip, the speed should be 90-100 km / h. During this period, uphill driving, as well as aggressive acceleration, should be avoided. In the event that this is not possible, it is necessary to gradually reduce the speed and turn on downshift- it will be much easier for the car to cope with the load.
- At the second stage of running the car, it is also supposed to overcome the next 500 kilometers, most of which it is desirable to overcome exclusively in fifth gear with a maximum speed of 100-120 km / h, raising the maximum speed bar to 3,000 rpm. But you should still beware of long and steep ascents; in order to overcome them, you should use third or fourth gear.
- The third stage and the next 500 km of run are also undesirable for driving uphill to use fifth gear, but it is recommended to increase the speed during acceleration to 3,500 rpm. Accordingly, at this stage of the car's running-in, the maximum speed can be increased and amount to 130-140 km / h, but engine braking at these three stages should be abandoned.
- At the fourth, final stage, the car will cover 2,000 kilometers and allow itself much more. Not very steep climbs can be easily overcome already in fifth gear, but it is worth making sure that the car speed at this time continues to remain at about 100-110 km / h. In fifth gear, you can move at a speed of 80-90 km / h on flat areas. When changing gears and accelerating from traffic lights, the engine can spin up to a maximum of 4,000 rpm.
For some reason, many drivers mistakenly attribute the operation of the unit to a gentle mode on idling and it really isn't. The formation of a protective oil film, which reliably prevents the friction parts of the engine from dry friction, is possible only under conditions of a normal level of oil pressure, which, in turn, is possible only when the engine speed is from 1,200 rpm and above.
Based on this, idling is permissible only when the power unit is warming up, which should not be long and take no more than two or three minutes, since the operation of the engine at idle during the rest of the time can lead to insufficient lubrication, which can cause premature wear of rubbing pairs and reduce oil pressure.
Important! Before running in, it is not recommended to change the engine oil that is filled in at the manufacturer's factory, however, after all the test tests have been carried out, it is recommended to change the used oil engine oil from the engine.
Warning
The speed of the car during the break-in period should not exceed: in first gear - 25 km / h, in second - 40, in third - 60, in fourth - 90 and in fifth - 115 km / h.
During the break-in period of the car (the first 2500 km of operation), intensive running-in of its parts takes place. How the car is operated during this period will largely depend on its reliability, durability and economy. The run-in must take place new car mobile, as well as a car on which the engine has been replaced or overhauled. During the break-in period, the following recommendations should be followed.
1. Start moving only in first gear.
2. Before driving, warm up the engine at a low speed crankshaft.
3. Start driving only after the engine starts to run steadily with a fully open air damper carburetor (only for cars with ZMZ-402 and ZMZ-4201 engines, on cars with a ZMZ-4062 engine, you can start moving almost immediately after starting the engine, after a slight warm-up).
4. Try to avoid driving at high speeds and with the maximum engine speed. To do this, you need to turn on the gear corresponding to the speed of movement in a timely manner.
5. Try to avoid heavy traffic road conditions(in deep snow, sand, mud, etc.).
6. Do not tow a trailer.
7. Closely monitor the temperature regime of the engine. At the first signs of overheating or hypothermia, eliminate their causes.
8. On engines ZMZ-402 and ZMZ-4201, check the tension of the fan belts and (if any) the drive of the hydraulic power steering pump. On the ZMZ-4062 engine, check the tension of the auxiliary drive belt. It should be remembered that during the break-in period, their most intensive stretching occurs.
9. Monitor the temperature of the front wheel hubs. If they become very hot while driving, adjust the bearings ( see subsection 4.1.4.4).