Seth wrote:
> "no name" <jason*.nyhq@yahoo.com> wrote in message
> news:c19cl2tfrgf1kthsrf3s6dvkgs6siflh48@4ax.com...
>> The manufacturer's recommended break-in period for a Honda Accord,
>> six cylinder, with automatic is 600 miles. I was advised by someone
>> at the dealership that cruise control should not be used until the
>> vehicle has been driven for 1500 miles. The owner's manual makes no
>> mention of a separate break-in for the cruise control. Has anyone
>> else ever heard this?
>
> During break-in one should vary the speed of the vehicle. When using
> cruise control, you are maintaining a constant speed.
>
> I conclude that cruise should not be used during break-in.

I believe the idea is to run through the RPM range during the break in
period, not to "not maintain" a specific RPM. As well, cruise control
maintains speed, not RPM. RPM can vary quite a bit at the same speed,
depending on the terrain.

I've had the pleasure to "break in" a few motorcycles and cars over the
years (and some were driven quite hard), and have never had any issues.