Running in a new Pajero 3.8 - Your views please

Net 'n Boertjie · Tue Nov 29, 2011 4:56 pm

Hi all

What is the modern requirement for "running in" a new vehicle, specifically the MIVEC 3.8 motor. Is it at all necessary other than driving the vehicle normally for the first while?

Regards
Marius

RoelfleRoux · Tue Nov 29, 2011 6:26 pm

Enjoy it,
Roelf

4ePikanini · Tue Nov 29, 2011 7:22 pm

If I one day buy a car I would keep it below 80% of redline for 2000km. Change the oil (I feel this is crucial to remove the bedding in metal bits for the new engine) and then go as I please.

Not manufacturer criteria, just my personal feeling.

Net 'n Boertjie · Tue Nov 29, 2011 7:46 pm

4ePikanini wrote:........... Change the oil (I feel this is crucial to remove the bedding in metal bits for the new engine) ...............

Thanks, does make sense. Suppose i could change the oil filter at the same time; or is that overkill? Should i get a "genuine" part to "hide" the bit of private maintenance; warranty issues?

Regards

4ePikanini · Tue Nov 29, 2011 7:55 pm

IMHO definitely change the filter and definitely use genuine (they are cheaper than pirate anyway)

NB : I phoned for rear brake pads for my pajero today

Autozone - R690
Midas - R 980
Dealers - R600

4ePajero · Wed Nov 30, 2011 11:31 am

Net 'n Boertjie wrote: Suppose i could change the oil filter at the same time; or is that overkill? Should i get a "genuine" part to "hide" the bit of private maintenance; warranty issues?

If you don't want to change both oil and filter, you could rather change the filter and leave the oil!

I had an article (and lost it), where they drove a Opel 4-cyl engine for close on 200 000 kms, and only changed the filter every 10000 kms (IIRC). The oil was only topped up as required. No oil changes as such.

At the end of the 'experiment', they found that the engine showed no more wear than one that had the oil changed at regular intervals.

I would not recommend it, let alone do it, but it proves something!

Net 'n Boertjie · Mon Mar 12, 2012 6:29 pm

Hi guys

I replaced the oil and filter on the Pajero today. The dealer (Mitsubishi Boksburg) supplied me with a different oil filter though, part no. MD136466. It is slightly shorter than part no. MD352626, anyone out there gone through this exercise.

Had to use this "MD136466" as the original unit is now full of holes, i do not have a strapping tool at home.

Thanks

Marius

paw_by_paw · Wed Mar 14, 2012 7:19 pm

Boertjie,
I have also heard not to tow anything heavy in the first 2000 km but it might be hearsy otherwise consult your manual.
I am aslo a strong believer in driving decently for the first 2000km just to make sure ring seating takes place normally

dawiey · Mon Mar 19, 2012 11:01 am

Net 'n Boertjie wrote:Hi guys

I replaced the oil and filter on the Pajero today. The dealer (Mitsubishi Boksburg) supplied me with a different oil filter though, part no. MD136466. It is slightly shorter than part no. MD352626, anyone out there gone through this exercise.

Had to use this "MD136466" as the original unit is now full of holes, i do not have a strapping tool at home.

Thanks

Marius

It seems that Mitsubishi is also not sure as to what oil filter must be used. I have replaced mine in September 2011 and they gave me the MD136466 one. Last week when another oil change was due the same dealer (Union Motors Nelspruit) supplied me with a MD 352626 and said that it was the only filter to be used. It is very confusing. Dawie Nelspruit