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Luggage compartment

CONTROLS

holders as far as they will go, arrow 1, and

push forwards.

4. Attach the luggage compartment separating

net with the two lower hooks into the rear

eyes on the folded rear seat backrest, ar‐

rows 2, raise the rear seat backrests a little to

do this if necessary.

Make sure that the lower hooks are hooked

into the eyes from behind.

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Driving precautions

Engine, gearbox and differential

Up to 2000 km, 1200 miles

Do not exceed the maximum engine revs and

speed:

Vehicle equipment

This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐

cific and optional equipment available for the

model series. It may therefore describe equip‐

ment and functions which are not installed in

your vehicle, for example on account of the spe‐

cial equipment selected or the country specifica‐

tion. This also applies to safety-relevant func‐

tions and systems. Please comply with the

relevant laws and regulations when using the

corresponding functions and systems.

▷ With petrol engines, 4500 rpm and 160 km/h,

100 mph.

▷ With diesel engines, 3500 rpm and 150 km/h,

93 mph.

Generally avoid kick-down and driving under full

load.

From 2000 km, 1200 miles onwards

Engine and road speeds can be gradually in‐

creased.

Running in

General

Moving parts need to adjust to each other.

Tyres

Due to the manufacturing process, new tyres do

not achieve their full road grip immediately.

The following notes will help to maximise the ve‐

hicle's lifetime and efficiency.

Drive moderately for the first 300 km, 200 miles.

Do not use Launch Control, see page 140, when

running in.

Brake system

Safety note

Brake discs and pads only achieve their full ef‐

fectiveness after approximately 500 km,

300 miles. Drive moderately during this running-

in period.

WARNING

New parts and components can cause safety

and Driver Assistance Systems to respond with

a delay. There is a risk of accident. After new

parts have been installed or if the vehicle is

new, drive moderately and take action promptly

if necessary. Please comply with running-in

procedures for the corresponding parts and

components.

Clutch

The clutch only begins to function optimally at

approximately 500 km, 300 miles. Engage the

clutch gently during this running-in period.

After fitting new parts

Please comply with the running-in procedures

again if the components previously referred to

are renewed.

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parking, no flammable materials can come into

contact with hot vehicle parts.

General driving information

Closing the tailgate

Safety note

Exhaust gas particle filter

Principle

The exhaust gas particle filter collects soot parti‐

cles. The soot particles are burned at high tem‐

peratures to clean the exhaust gas particle filter

as necessary.

WARNING

When open, the tailgate protrudes above the

vehicle and in the event of an accident, or when

braking or carrying out evasive manoeuvres,

can endanger vehicle occupants and other road

users or damage the vehicle. There is also a

risk of exhaust fumes entering the interior of

the vehicle. There is a risk of injury or material

damage. Do not drive with the tailgate open.

General

The cleaning process takes a few minutes, dur‐

ing which the following may occur:

▷ The engine may temporarily run a little

roughly.

▷ A slightly higher engine speed may be re‐

quired to achieve the usual power output.

Driving with the tailgate open

If there is no alternative to driving with the tail‐

gate open:

▷ There may be a small amount of smoke from

the exhaust, even after stopping the engine.

▷ Close all the windows and the glass sunroof.

▷ Adjust the blower to a high setting.

▷ Maintain a moderate speed.

▷ Noise, for example caused by the radiator fan

running, may be heard, even some minutes

after stopping the engine.

It is normal for the radiator fan to keep running

for several minutes, even after short trips.

Hot exhaust system

Petrol engine: Cleaning the exhaust

gas particle filter while driving

Various driver profiles ensure that the exhaust

gas particle filter is self-cleaning. If, in addition to

the self-cleaning function, the exhaust gas parti‐

cle filter needs to be actively cleaned while driv‐

ing, a Check Control message is displayed.

WARNING

High temperatures may occur under the vehicle

body during driving, for example because of the

exhaust system. Contact with the exhaust sys‐

tem can lead to burns. There is a risk of injury.

Do not touch the hot exhaust system, including

the exhaust pipe.

Proceed as follows the next time you drive out‐

side of built-up areas for around 30 minutes:

▷ Deactivate cruise Control systems.

WARNING

▷ Take your foot off the accelerator repeatedly

and allow the vehicle to roll in overrun mode,

see page 268.

If flammable materials, for example leaves or

grass, come into contact with hot parts of the

exhaust system, these materials can catch fire.

There is a risk of fire and injury. Never remove

the heat shields fitted here or apply underseal

to them. Make sure that when driving, idling or

▷ If possible, drive at alternating speeds.

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This situation, known as aquaplaning, means that

Peak power

the tyre can actually lose contact completely with

the road surface and the vehicle can neither be

steered, nor the brakes properly applied.

Temporary peak power is delivered in relation to

environmental factors. It may reach around 10 %

above the rated power. The duration of the peak

power increases as the ambient temperature

rises.

Driving through water

General

Please comply with the following when driving

through water:

▷ At 25 ℃/77 ℉, it lasts around 5 seconds.

▷ At -20 ℃/-4 ℉, it lasts around 40 seconds.

The information regarding peak power applies to

20i petrol engines.

▷ Deactivate the Automatic Start/Stop function.

▷ Only drive through still water.

Radio signals

▷ Only drive through water up to a max. depth

of 25 cm, 9.8 in.

WARNING

▷ Drive through water at a walking speed of no

more than 5 km/h, 3 mph.

Certain vehicle functions may be affected by in‐

terference from high-frequency radio signals.

Such signals are output from a series of trans‐

mission systems, for example from air traffic

beacons or relay stations for mobile telecom‐

munications.

Safety note

NOTE

We recommend you consult your Service Cen‐

tre should you experience any difficulties.

Driving through excessively deep water too fast

can result in water entering the engine com‐

partment, electrical system or transmission.

There is a risk of material damage. When driv‐

ing through water, do not exceed the maximum

water depth and speed specified above.

Mobile communication in the

vehicle

WARNING

Safe braking

General

The vehicle is equipped with an Anti-lock Brake

System ABS as standard.

There is a possibility of reciprocal interference

between the vehicle electronics and mobile

radio devices. Radiation is generated when mo‐

bile radio devices are transmitting. There is a

risk of injury or material damage. If possible,

only use mobile radio devices, for example mo‐

bile telephones, in the interior if they are con‐

nected directly to an external aerial in order to

eliminate reciprocal interference and to divert

the radiation away from the vehicle's interior.

Perform full braking in situations that require it.

The vehicle remains steerable. Any obstacles

can be avoided by steering as smoothly as possi‐

ble.

A pulsing of the brake pedal and hydraulic regu‐

lating sounds indicate that the Anti-lock Brake

System ABS is functioning.

Aquaplaning

On wet or slushy roads, a wedge of water can

form between the tyres and the road.

In certain braking situations, the perforated brake

discs can cause functional noise. However, func‐

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tional noises have no effect on the efficiency and

operational safety of the brakes.

Safety notes

WARNING

Objects in the movement range of

the pedals

Even slight but continuous pressure on the

brake pedal can cause overheating, brake pad

wear or even brake system failure. There is a

risk of accident. Avoid excessive loads on the

brake.

WARNING

Objects in the driver's footwell can restrict the

pedal travel or block a pedal that has been

pressed. There is a risk of accident. Ensure that

items in the vehicle are stowed securely and

cannot get into the driver's footwell. Only use

floor mats that are suitable for the vehicle and

can be securely fastened to the floor. Do not

use loose floor mats, and do not place several

floor mats on top of one another. Make sure

that there is sufficient space for the pedals. En‐

sure that floor mats are securely reattached af‐

ter removal, for example for cleaning.

WARNING

When idling or with the engine switched off,

safety-relevant functions, for example engine

braking effect or steering and braking force as‐

sistance, are either restricted or not available at

all. There is a risk of accident. Do not drive at

idle speed or with the engine switched off.

Corrosion of the brake discs

Corrosion of the brake discs and contamination

of the brake pads increase in the following cir‐

cumstances:

Wet roads

In wet weather, on gritted roads and in heavy

rain, apply the brakes lightly every few kilome‐

tres/miles.

▷ Low mileage.

▷ Extended periods when the vehicle is not

used.

Ensure that you do not obstruct other road users

when doing so.

▷ Infrequent use of the brakes.

The heat generated by braking dries the brake

discs and brake pads and protects them against

corrosion.

▷ Aggressive, acidic or alkaline cleaning agents.

During braking, corroded brake discs may cause

brake judder which usually cannot be eliminated.

This helps to maintain the brake power so that it

is available immediately when needed.

Condensation when vehicle is

parked

Downhill gradients

When the automatic air conditioning is in opera‐

tion, condensation develops and exits under‐

neath the vehicle.

General

When driving on long or steep downhill

stretches, use the gear in which the least braking

is required. Otherwise the brake system can

overheat and the braking effect is reduced.

Roof rack

Engine braking effect can be additionally in‐

creased by manually shifting down, even into first

gear, if applicable.

General

Roof racks are available as special equipment.

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▷ Distribute the roof load evenly.

Safety note

▷ The roof load must not be spread over a large

area.

WARNING

▷ Place heavy items of luggage at the bottom.

When driving with a roof load, for example with

a roof rack, the higher centre of gravity can

mean that driving safety is no longer guaran‐

teed in critical driving situations. There is a risk

of accident or material damage. Do not deacti‐

vate Dynamic Stability Control DSC when driv‐

ing with a roof load.

▷ Securely fasten the luggage, for example with

tensioning straps.

▷ Do not allow objects to protrude into the

swing range of the tailgate.

▷ Drive cautiously and avoid sudden accelera‐

tion, braking or cornering.

Roof strip with flaps

The mounting points are located on the roof strip

above the doors.

Rear luggage rack

Principle

The ball linkage of the trailer tow hitch can be

used as a mount for rear luggage racks; for ex‐

ample bicycle rack systems.

General

Rear luggage racks that have been classified as

suitable by the vehicle manufacturer are available

as special equipment.

Bicycle rack systems for up to three bicycles can

be used.

Fold the cover outwards.

Fitting

Follow the installation instructions for the roof

rack.

Follow the installation instructions for the rear

luggage rack.

Make sure that there is sufficient space to raise

and open the glass sunroof.

Loads

A loaded roof rack alters the vehicle's road be‐

haviour and steering response by shifting its cen‐

tre of gravity.

When loading and driving, bear the following in

mind:

▷ Do not exceed the permitted roof and axle

loads or the permitted gross weight.

▷ Make sure that there is sufficient space to

raise and open the glass sunroof.

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▷ Do not exceed the permitted axle load or the

permitted gross weight.

Loads

▷ Drive smoothly and avoid sudden accelera‐

tion and braking or fast cornering.

Driving on a racing track

WARNING

The vehicle is not designed for use in motor‐

sport competitions or similar. There is a risk of

accident. Do not use the vehicle in motorsport

competitions or similar.

The permitted gross weight of the rear luggage

rack when loaded depends on how far its centre

of gravity is from the ball linkage.

▷ If the centre of gravity is up to 30 cm, 11.8 in

from the ball linkage, the gross weight of the

rear luggage rack must not exceed

75 kg/165 lbs.

The higher mechanical and thermal loads in‐

volved when driving on racetracks lead to in‐

creased wear. This wear is not covered by the

warranty.

▷ If the centre of gravity is 60 cm, 23.5 in from

the ball linkage, the gross weight of the rear

luggage rack must not exceed 35 kg/77 lbs.

Before and after driving on a racing track, have

the vehicle checked at a Service Partner of the

manufacturer or another qualified Service Partner

or a specialist workshop.

▷ Stow heavy loads as close as possible to the

ball linkage.

▷ Fasten loads securely to the rear luggage

rack and secure them against sliding around.

Before a journey

Before beginning the journey, check that the rear

lights on the rear luggage rack are working.

The maximum power of the rear luggage rack

rear lights must not exceed the values for trailer

rear lights, see page 261.

To prevent functional limitations and malfunc‐

tions affecting Driver Assistance Systems, acti‐

vate towing a trailer mode, see page 263.

Driving with a rear luggage rack

When laden, the rear luggage rack alters the ve‐

hicle's handling and steering response due to the

centre of gravity having been shifted.

When loading and driving, bear the following in

mind:

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