What RPM is too high?

Typically, engines idle at about 600-800 rpm. Older engines may go up to 1200 rpm or more while warming up. But if the engine is revving up while idling, even after it's sufficiently warmed up, you might have a problem. High idle speeds waste fuel, cause extra wear and tear on your engine, and can be unsafe as well.
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What RPM is too high driving?

I would say anything up to 9000 rpm should be fine. That's why they call it redline. If 7750 was its safe limit then that would be the redline. Now 10000rpm might be considered as unsafe.
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Is it OK to go over 3000 RPM?

Is 3000 Rpm Normal? In other words, the real operating range for most engines is around 1500 – 3000 rpm for normal drive. A little bit lower may be the case sometimes at the bottom end. When moving normally at the same time, drive at the lower end of that range, typically 2000 to 2500 rpm.
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What is considered high RPM when accelerating?

The general RPM, however, should be around 1500 to 2000. This general range is a good benchmark when you are driving at a consistent speed. If your RPM sometimes reaches higher or lower numbers then that shouldn't be much of a problem.
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Is 4000 RPM too high?

There's no harm running your engine at 4000 rpm for five minutes as long as the engine or cvt don't overheat. Vehicle manufacturers regularly test engines on dynamometers at wide open throttle for hours at a time.
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How many RPMs should my car be at 70 mph?

70mph = 2413rpm. how do you know your exact rpm?
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Does high RPM hurt engine?

The absolute most stress on an engine occurs at high RPMs. The forces acting upon the rotating assembly are exponentially increased with RPM. That also increases the magnification of any oiling inconsistencies (as small as they may be nowadays), which can be deadly to engines.
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What RPM should my car be at 60mph?

While there is no exact number that will tell you what is considered normal RPM for a car, if your car revs between 2,000 and 3,000 RPM, you're considered to be within the average range.
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What is the normal RPM for automatic transmission?

Under normal driving conditions, with normal acceleration, the transmission should shift somewhere between 2000rpm and 2800rpm. If it's regularly shifting way to late or way to early, then you should check the fluid level and condition.
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What is normal idle RPM for a car?

For regular cars, idle speed is typically between 600 and 1,000 rpm, just enough to keep the engine's ancillary systems going, but not enough to move the car forward much.
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What should RPM be 80 mph?

The RPM you're seeing is a function of your speed (80 MPH), your sixth gear's ratio (0.756), your differential's ratio (3.91) and your tires' circumference. Those items are essentially fixed, so you're going to see roughly 3,200 to 3,300 RPM at 80 MPH.
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Is 3000 RPM too high diesel?

Is 3000 Rpm Too High For Diesel? It is generally accepted that people strive to work within a limit of 2k rpm, which is considered to be a good fuel mileage. The wear and tear that is normally associated with high-rpm runs shouldn't be a problem if you run 3k rpm for a few minutes.
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Is it safe to redline a car?

Consistently redlining your car can cause serious damage to not only your tires, but also your engine. For those with manual-shift modes or manual transmissions, it can be quite easy to redline (whether on accident or on purpose) and eventually cause your engine to wear down prematurely.
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At what RPM is best to shift gears?

Generally, you want to shift gears when your car reaches 2,500-3,000 RPM. Eventually, you will know when to shift by sound and feel.
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Why does my car shift at high RPMs?

High Rpms Before Shifting

If you are experiencing high RPMs before your shift, it may be due to a leak in your transmission. This can be caused by a number of things, including a bad seal on the transmission fluid, a worn-out transmission, or a faulty torque converter.
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What are the signs that your transmission is going out?

What Are the Transmission Failure Symptoms?
  • Refusal to Switch Gears. If your vehicle refuses or struggles to change gears, you are more than likely facing a problem with your transmission system. ...
  • Burning Smell. ...
  • Noises When in Neutral. ...
  • Slipping Gears. ...
  • Dragging Clutch. ...
  • Leaking Fluid. ...
  • Check Engine Light. ...
  • Grinding or Shaking.
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How fast is 3000 RPM in mph?

The "transmission" is approximately an 8 to 1 reduction in rpm, so the motor must turn about 6800 revolutions to go one mile. Thus, at 6800 rpm one is going 1 mile per minute, or 60 mph, approximately. So, 3000 rpm would be about 26 mph.
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How many RPMs is 65 mph?

The RPM in 6th gear at 65 mph is around 1900. The read taken off the OBCDII is in range of 1888-1912RPM. At 75 mph the revs stay at 2250RPM.
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What limits RPM in an engine?

The maximum RPM of an engine is limited to the airflow through the engine, the displacement of the engine, the mass and balance of the rotating parts, along with the bore and stroke of the pistons.
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What is a good RPM for 75 mph?

3K at 75 is normal!! Unfortunately because of the gearing ratios; 3K is the normal engine speed of the G37 around 75-80 mph.
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What happens when you hit 7000 RPM?

“There's a point at 7,000 RPMs where everything fades. The machine becomes weightless. It disappears. All that's left, a body moving through space, and time.
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Why is 7000 RPM the limit?

Petrol engines usually redline at 7000-8000 RPM while diesel hits the peak at around 4500 RPM. This is because diesel engines are not made for high RPM in the first place. They are slow to combust than petrol and are mainly focused on more torque rather than RPM.
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Is it good to rev your engine occasionally?

When you rev your engine, you place additional and unnecessary stress on your car and its engine. This is imperative when it's cold outside—revving your engine before it has had time to warm up is especially damaging, as the engine's oil hasn't had sufficient time to circulate and properly lubricate your car.
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Do diesels like high revs?

So, if you're looking at a diesel engine, chances are it's optimized for running at low RPMs, whereas a typical gasoline engine (for "high maximum power" marketing reasons) may very well be optimized for running closer to its maximum RPM to achieve high maximum power.
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