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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, 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 on poor roads
Principle
Because of its greater ground clearance, the
vehicle can be driven on a variety of road types
and qualities.
All-wheel drive can help improve drive power.
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Safety information
General driving notes
NOTICE
Closing the tailgate
Objects in unpaved areas, for instance
stones or branches, can damage the vehicle.
There is a risk of property damage. Do not
drive on unpaved terrain.
Safety information
Warning
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, exhaust gas or water may enter
the vehicle interior. There is a risk of injury
and risk of property damage. Do not drive
with the tailgate open.
When driving on poor roads
For your own safety, for the safety of passen-
gers and of the vehicle, note the following
points:
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Familiarize yourself with the vehicle before
driving.
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Do not take risks when driving.
Adjust the speed to the road surface con-
ditions. The steeper and more uneven the
road, the slower the speed should be.
Driving with the tailgate open
If the vehicle still needs to be driven with the
tailgate open:
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When driving on steep uphill or downhill
grades: add engine oil and coolant up to
near the maximum mark.
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Close all windows and the glass sunroof.
Greatly increase the blower output.
Drive moderately.
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On steep downhill driving, use Hill Descent
Control.
Do not allow the vehicle body or underbody
to come into contact with the ground.
Hot exhaust system
When wheels continue to spin, depress the
accelerator pedal sufficiently so that driving
stability control systems can distribute the
driving power to the wheels. If necessary,
activate the Dynamic Traction Control.
Warning
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.
After a trip on poor roads
After a trip on poor roads, check wheels and
tires for damage to maintain driving safety.
Clear heavy soiling from the body.
Warning
After the vehicle body or floor has come into
contact with the ground, have the vehicle
checked by an authorized service center or an-
other qualified service center or repair shop.
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
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that no combustible materials can come in
contact with hot vehicle parts while driving, in
Neutral or during parking.
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 property damage.
When driving through water, do not exceed
the maximum indicated water level and the
maximum speed for driving through water.
Mobile communications in the
vehicle
Warning
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 and risk of property
damage. 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.
Braking safely
General information
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.
Steering is still responsive. You can still avoid
any obstacles with a minimum of steering
movement.
Aquaplaning
On wet or slushy roads, a wedge of water can
form between the tires and road surface.
The pulsation of the brake pedal and sounds
from the hydraulic circuits indicate that the An-
tilock Braking System is in its active mode.
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.
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
Warning
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Deactivate Auto Start/Stop function.
Drive through calm water only.
Objects in the driver's footwell can limit the
pedal travel or block a depressed pedal.
There is a risk of accident, injury, and prop-
erty damage. Stow objects in the vehicle such
that they are secured and cannot enter into
the driver's footwell. Use floor mats that are
suitable for the vehicle and can be safely at-
Drive through water only up to a maximum
height of 19.6 inches/50 cm.
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Drive through water at a maximum of walk-
ing speed, up to 3 mph/5 km/h.
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tached 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.
Warning
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, and
property damage. Do not attempt to drive in
Neutral or with drive-ready state switched off.
Driving in wet conditions
In case of wet roads, exposure to road salt or
in heavy rain, gently depress the brake pedal
every few kilometers.
Brake disk corrosion
Corrosion on the brake disks and contamina-
tion on the brake pads are increased by the
following circumstances:
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.
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Low mileage.
Extended stationary periods.
Infrequent use of the brakes.
In this way the brake power will be available
when you need it.
Aggressive, acidic, or alkaline cleaning
agents.
Hills
Corrosion buildup on the brake disks will cause
a pulsating effect on the brakes when braking
slowly - generally this cannot be corrected.
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.
Safety information
Roof-mounted luggage rack
Warning
General information
Installation only possible with roof rack.
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, and prop-
erty damage. Avoid placing excessive stress
on the brake system.
Roof-mounted luggage racks are available as
optional accessories.
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Safety information
Driving on racetracks
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
critical driving situations. There is a risk of
accident, injury, and property damage. Drive
with roof load only with activated Dynamic
Stability Control.
The vehicle is not designed for use in M Sport
or motorsport-like competition. There is a risk
of accident, injury, and property damage. Do
not use the vehicle for M Sport or motorsport-
like competitions.
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.
Be sure that adequate clearance is maintained
for tilting and opening the glass sunroof.
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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Be sure that adequate clearance is main-
tained for tilting and opening the glass sun-
roof.
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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 tailgate.
Drive carefully. Do not drive off or brake
suddenly or take corners at speed.
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