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Limiting DMF damage?

What driving techniques (if any) would you advise to limit damage to Dual Mass Flywheels - I have a Freelander 2 (09 plate)?

Asked on 31 July 2012 by launce

Answered by Honest John
No running at low revs in high gears, no harsh acceleration in 1st and 2nd gears, and never let the clutch pedal out at idle revs.
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