What is a break in oil change and why is it done?

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What is a break in oil change and why is it done?

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With a new engine, there might be material from parts rubbing as they get seated and maybe some debris from manufacturing that will get into the oil. The debris can cause additional wear so you’d do a break-in oil change to get rid of it. Not sure how common that is these days though.

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