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Things to remember when driving
DRIVING TIPS
Things to remember when driving
Drive conservatively for the first
200 miles/300 km.
Vehicle features and options
This chapter describes model-specific equip-
Brake system
Brake disks and brake pads must be broken in
to avoid possible brake noise. Drive cautiously
for the first approx. 300 miles/500 km.
ment, systems, and functions that are currently
available, or may become available in the fu-
ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
Additional information:
Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
Following part replacement
Observe the break-in procedures again if com-
ponents mentioned above are replaced.
Break-in procedures
General information
Moving parts need to work together smoothly.
General driving notes
The following instructions will help you to ach-
ieve a long vehicle life and good efficiency.
Closing the tailgate
During break-in, do not use the Launch Con-
trol.
Safety information
Warning
Safety information
An open tailgate 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, water may enter the vehicle inte-
rior. There is a risk of injury and risk of prop-
erty damage. Do not drive with the tailgate
open.
Warning
Due to new parts and components, safety
and driver assistance systems can react with
a delay. There is a risk of accident, injury, and
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.
Driving with the tailgate open
If the vehicle still needs to be driven with the
tailgate open:
Drive system
Drive restrained for the first 300 miles/500 km
and avoid full load.
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Close all windows and the glass sunroof.
Greatly increase the blower output.
Drive moderately.
Secure the tailgate, e.g., with a tensioning
belt.
Tires
Tire traction is not optimal due to manufactur-
ing circumstances when tires are brand new.
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