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Things to remember when driving
DRIVING TIPS
Things to remember when driving
Engine, transmission, and axle drive
Vehicle features and options
Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km
Do not exceed the maximum engine and road
speed:
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific, and optional equipment offered with
the series. It also describes features and func-
tions that are not necessarily available in the
vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or
country versions. This also applies to safety
functions and systems. When using these
functions and systems, the applicable laws
and regulations must be observed.
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For gasoline engine 4,500 rpm and
100 mph/160 km/h.
Avoid full throttle or kickdown under all circum-
stances.
From 1,200 miles/2,000 km
The engine and vehicle speed can gradually be
increased.
Break-in procedures
Tires
General information
Tire traction is not optimal due to manufactur-
ing circumstances when tires are brand new.
Moving parts need to work together smoothly.
The following instructions will help you to ach-
ieve a long vehicle life and good efficiency.
Drive conservatively for the first
200 miles/300 km.
During break-in, do not use the Launch Con-
trol.
Brake system
Brake disks and brake pads must be broken
in to avoid possible brake noise. Drive carefully
for the first approx. 300 miles/500 km.
Safety information
Warning
Following part replacement
Observe the break-in procedures again if com-
ponents mentioned above are replaced.
Due to new parts and components, safety
and driver assistance systems can react with
a delay. There is a risk of accident, injury, or
property damage. After installing new parts
or with a new vehicle, drive conservatively
and intervene early if necessary. Observe the
break-in procedures of the respective parts
and components.
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Hot exhaust system
General driving notes
Warning
Closing the trunk lid
High temperatures can occur underneath the
body, for instance caused by the exhaust
system, while driving. Contact with the ex-
haust system can cause burns. There is a risk
of injury. Do not touch the exhaust system,
including the exhaust pipe, when hot.
Safety information
Warning
An open trunk lid protrudes from the vehicle
and can endanger occupants and other road
users or damage the vehicle in the event of
an accident, braking or evasive maneuvers.
In addition, exhaust gas or water may enter
the vehicle interior. There is a risk of injury or
risk of damage to property. Do not drive with
the trunk lid open.
Warning
If combustible materials such as leaves or
grass come in contact with hot parts of the
exhaust system, these materials can ignite.
There is a risk of fire and an injury hazard.
Do not remove the heat shields installed and
never apply undercoating to them. Make sure
that no combustible materials can come in
contact with hot vehicle parts while driving, in
Neutral or during parking.
Driving with the trunk lid open
If the vehicle still needs to be driven with the
trunk lid open:
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Close all windows.
Greatly increase the blower output.
Drive moderately.
Mobile communications in the
vehicle
Ice on window glass
Warning
NOTICE
Vehicle electronics and mobile communica-
tion devices can influence one another. There
is radiation due to the transmission oper-
ations of mobile communication devices.
There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to
property. If possible, only use mobile commu-
nication devices, e.g., mobile phones, when
connected directly to an external antenna or
Personal eSIM in order to prevent mutual in-
terference and to deflect radiation from the
vehicle interior.
The window will be lowered slightly when
pulling on the door handle. In the event of
frost, the window may be frozen solid and
may not be able to be lowered. There is a risk
of damage to property. When pulling on the
door handle, make sure that the window is
lowered. If necessary, remove snow and ice
from the window. Do not open the door with
force.
Aquaplaning
On wet or slushy roads, a wedge of water can
form between the tires and road surface.
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This phenomenon is referred to as aquaplan-
ing. It is characterized by a partial or complete
loss of contact between the tires and the road
surface, ultimately undermining your ability to
steer and brake the vehicle.
The pulsation of the brake pedal and sounds
from the hydraulic circuits indicate that the An-
tilock Braking System is in its active mode.
In certain braking situations, the perforated
brake disks can emit function-related noises.
However, function-related noises have no ef-
fect on the performance and operational relia-
bility of the brake.
Driving through water
General information
When driving through water, follow the follow-
ing:
Objects in the travel path of the pedals
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Deactivate Auto Start/Stop function.
Drive through calm water only.
Warning
Objects in the driver's footwell can limit the
pedal travel or block a depressed pedal.
There is a risk of accident. Stow objects in the
vehicle such that they are secured and can-
not enter into the driver's footwell. Use floor
mats that are suitable for the vehicle and
can be safely attached to the floor. Do not
use loose floor mats and do not layer several
floor mats. Make sure that there is sufficient
clearance for the pedals. Ensure that the floor
mats are securely fastened again after they
were removed, for instance for cleaning.
Drive through water only up to a maximum
height of 9.8 inches/25 cm.
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Drive through water at a maximum of walk-
ing speed, up to 3 mph/5 km/h.
Safety information
NOTICE
When driving too quickly through deep water,
the water can penetrate the engine compart-
ment, the electrical system, or the transmis-
sion. There is a risk of damage to property.
When driving through water, do not exceed
the maximum indicated water level and the
maximum speed for driving through water.
Pedal feel when driving off
After turning on the drive-ready state from
the idle state, the pedal may feel unusual,
short pedal travel. After the brake pedal has
been fully released, the pedal will feel as usual
again.
Braking safely
Driving in wet conditions
General information
In case of wet roads, exposure to road salt or
in heavy rain, gently depress the brake pedal
every few kilometers.
The vehicle is equipped with an Antilock Brak-
ing System as a standard feature.
Perform full braking when appropriate. To ach-
ieve the best possible braking assistance, do
not reduce the pressure on the brake pedal
during full braking.
Ensure that this action does not endanger
other road users.
The heat generated while braking dries brake
disks and brake pads and protects them
against corrosion.
Steering is still responsive. You can still avoid
any obstacles with a minimum of steering
movement.
In this way the brake power will be available
when you need it.
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Corrosion buildup on the brake disks will cause
a pulsating effect on the brakes when braking
slowly - generally this cannot be corrected.
Hills
General information
Drive long or steep downhill gradients in the
gear that requires least braking effort. Other-
wise, the brake system may overheat and re-
duce braking effect.
Condensation water under the
parked vehicle
When using the automatic climate control, con-
densation water develops and collects under-
neath the vehicle.
You can increase the engine braking effect by
downshifting, going all the way to first gear, if
needed.
Roof-mounted luggage rack
Safety information
General information
Warning
Installation only possible in roof strip with
flaps.
Light but constant pressure on the brake
pedal can lead to high temperatures, brake
wear, and even failure of the brake system.
There is a risk of accident, injury, or property
damage. Avoid placing excessive stress on
the brake system.
Roof-mounted luggage racks are available as
optional accessories.
Safety information
Warning
Warning
When driving with a roof load, e.g., roof bars,
the vehicle's center of gravity is higher. This
increases the risk of the vehicle tipping in crit-
ical driving situations. There is a risk of acci-
dent, injury, or property damage. Drive with
roof load only with activated Dynamic Stabil-
ity Control.
In Neutral or with drive-ready state switched
off, safety functions, for instance engine brak-
ing effect, braking assistance and steering
assistance, may be restricted or not availa-
ble. There is a risk of accident, injury, or prop-
erty damage. Do not attempt to drive in Neu-
tral or with drive-ready state switched off.
Roof strip with flaps
The mounting points are located in the roof
strip above the doors.
Brake disk corrosion
Corrosion on the brake disks and contamina-
tion on the brake pads are increased by the
following circumstances:
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Low mileage.
Extended stationary periods.
Infrequent use of the brakes.
Aggressive, acidic, or alkaline cleaning
agents.
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Driving on racetracks
Warning
The vehicle is not designed for use in M Sport
or motorsport-like competition. There is a risk
of accident, injury, or property damage. Do
not use the vehicle for M Sport or motorsport-
like competitions.
Fold the cover outward.
Higher mechanical and thermal loads during
racetrack operation lead to increased wear.
Use of the vehicle in M Sport or motor sport
type competition is an improper use of the ve-
hicle and may affect your warranty coverage.
Please consult the “New Vehicle Limited War-
ranty” Booklet for further information on war-
ranty matters.
Installation
Follow the assembly instructions for the roof
bars.
Magnetic roof-mounted luggage
racks
Magnetic roof racks cannot be used.
The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends
special sport tires, known as High Perform-
ance tires, that have been optimized for use
on racing tracks in dry conditions. More infor-
mation on sport tires can be requested from an
authorized service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
Loading
Because roof-mounted luggage racks raise the
vehicle's center of gravity when loaded, they
have a major effect on vehicle handling and
steering response.
When loading and driving, note the following:
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Do not exceed the approved roof/axle
weights and the approved gross vehicle
weight.
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Distribute the roof load uniformly.
The roof load should not extend past the
loading area.
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Always place the heaviest pieces on the
bottom.
Secure the roof luggage firmly, for instance
using luggage straps.
Do not let objects project into the swiveling
range of the trunk lid.
Drive carefully. Do not drive off or brake
suddenly or take corners at speed.
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