Engine breakin period
 

Hey guys, finally have 1100 miles on my 02 SE 6 spd Sterling Mist. It is not my daily driver, so im glad to hopefully have it broke in properly. Is it safe now to drive this beast a little harder and start having some fun? Also, do the steering wheel controls not being lit bug u guys too? It does me. The black cloth is starting to grow on me, maybe i will skip the after market leather after all. Thanks.

change your oil
 

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The unlit steering wheel controls bother me too. But I felt I was just nitpicking at that point because I couldn't find anything else I disliked.

I am at 1400 miles and now I drive it hard. Things are starting to loosen up. For example, the shifter seems easier to push around, and the engine sounds happier. The non-lit controls can be better but now I know the button so it's ok.

What does bother me is that the random CD plays the same sequences!

You'll get over those unlit controls soon enough. Once you memorize and get a feel on those buttons you won't even be looking at it anymore.

Honestly? I can't even recall when was the last time i looked at those buttons while driving.

Yes i agree, im getting more use to where the buttons are on the steering wheel, however i think its still an oversight on Nissan's part to not have the lit up like the rest of the buttons in the interior. My friends Ford Ranger pickup has lit buttons on the wheel, but if this is all i have to complain about i will live just fine with my Max. 2k2 6 spd Sterling Mist

Hello bigbadboss, thanks for the response on the breakin period. When do plan on your first oil change or have u already changed it at 1400 miles? What does Nissan recommend? I know i should look im my owners manual. Thanks

I don't believe Nissan said you need to change after 1,600 miles. The schedule is regular and some people like to switch oil, put in synthetic, etc. It's a matter of preference. My first oil change is scheduled for early Feb. and if I take it in now they might wonder what I am doing.

Please don't flame me guys, but I didn't even bother with the break-in period of my '02. I actually raced my friend home from the dealership. My car also seems to run better than most 2K2's - could it be a coincidence - who know's. I think my car is like a good dog; teach it to be a bully from the start, and he'll be beatin' up on other 2K2's.:)

Daniel