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Things to remember when driving

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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 model-specific equip-

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.

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With gasoline engine:4500 rpm and

100 mph/160 km/h.

Additional information:

Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.

Avoid full throttle or kickdown under all circum-

stances.

Break-in procedures

From 1,200 miles/2,000 km

The engine and vehicle speed can gradually be

increased.

General information

Moving parts need to work together smoothly.

Tires

The following instructions will help you to ach-

ieve a long vehicle life and good efficiency.

Tire traction is not optimal due to manufactur-

ing circumstances when tires are brand new.

During break-in, do not use the Launch Con-

trol.

Drive conservatively for the first

200 miles/300 km.

Safety information

Brake system

Brake disks and brake pads must be run in to

avoid possible brake noise. Drive cautiously for

the first approx. 300 miles/500 km.

Warning

Due to new parts and components, safety

and driver assistance systems can react with

a delay. There is a risk of accident. After in-

stalling new parts or with a new vehicle, drive

conservatively and intervene early if neces-

sary. Observe the break-in procedures of the

respective parts and components.

Following part replacement

Observe the break-in procedures again if com-

ponents mentioned above are replaced.

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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 and the glass sunroof.

Greatly increase the blower output.

Drive moderately.

Exhaust gas particulate filter

Fasten the trunk lid, e.g., with a tensioning

belt.

Principle

The exhaust gas particulate filter collects soot

particles. The soot particles are burned at high

temperatures to clean the exhaust gas particu-

late filter as necessary.

Ice on window glass

NOTICE

General information

During several minutes of cleaning the follow-

ing may occur:

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.

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Temporarily, the engine may run less

smoothly.

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A somewhat higher RPM is necessary to

reach usual power development.

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A slight smoke formation coming from the

exhaust system, even after the engine is

switched off.

an external antenna or the Personal eSIM in

order to prevent mutual interference and to

deflect radiation from the vehicle interior.

Noises such as those caused by the radia-

tor fan running, even several minutes after

the engine is switched off.

Aquaplaning

On wet or slushy roads, a wedge of water can

form between the tires and road surface.

Overrun of the radiator fan for several minutes

is normal even after short trips.

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.

Condensation detected in drive system

Various drive profiles ensure that the drive sys-

tem functions properly. A driving style with

consistently low loads can negatively affect

overall functionality (e.g., condensation forma-

tion in the drive system). Occasionally running

the engine longer with higher loads can coun-

teract this.

Driving through water

General information

When driving through water, follow the follow-

ing:

The next time you drive outside of town, pro-

ceed as follows for around 30 minutes:

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Only drive through when the combustion

engine is running.

For a gasoline engine:

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Deactivate the speed control system.

Activate Sport program.

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Prevent the combustion engine from shut-

ting down, e.g., by deactivating Auto Start/

Stop.

If possible, drive at varying speeds.

Additional information:

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Drive through calm water only.

Steptronic transmission, refer to page 114.

Drive through water only up to a maximum

height of 9.8 inches/25 cm.

Vehicle laminated glass

The vehicle laminated glass provides complete

protection against the harmful effects of ultra-

violet radiation on the skin.

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Drive through water at a maximum of walk-

ing speed, up to 3 mph/5 km/h.

Safety information

Mobile radio in the vehicle

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.

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 or risk of damage

to property. If possible, in the car's interior

only use mobile communication devices such

as mobile phones with a direct connection to

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Ensure that this action does not endanger

other road users.

Braking safely

General information

The vehicle is equipped with an Antilock Brak-

ing System as a standard feature.

The heat generated while braking dries brake

disks and brake pads and protects them

against corrosion.

In this way the brake power will be available

when you need it.

Perform emergency braking when appropriate.

To achieve the best possible braking assis-

tance, do not reduce the pressure on the brake

pedal during full braking.

Hills

Steering is still responsive. You can still avoid

any obstacles with a minimum of steering

movement.

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.

The pulsation of the brake pedal and sounds

from the hydraulic circuits indicate that the An-

tilock Braking System is in its active mode.

You can increase the engine braking effect by

downshifting, going all the way to first gear, if

needed.

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.

Safety information

Objects in the travel path of the pedals

Warning

Light but consistent pressure on the brake

pedal can lead to high temperatures, brake

wear and possibly even brake system failure.

There is a risk of accident. Avoid placing ex-

cessive stress on the brake system.

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.

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. Do not at-

tempt to drive in idle state 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:

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Low mileage.

Extended stationary periods.

Infrequent use of the brakes.

Aggressive, acidic, or alkaline cleaning

agents.

Corrosion buildup on the brake disks will cause

a pulsating effect on the brakes when braking

slowly - generally this cannot be corrected.

Fold the cover outward.

Condensation water under the

parked vehicle

When using the automatic climate control, con-

densation water develops and collects under-

neath the vehicle.

Installation

Follow the assembly instructions for the roof

bars.

Be sure that adequate clearance is maintained

for tilting and opening the glass sunroof.

Roof bars

Loading

Because luggage racks raise the vehicle's cen-

ter of gravity when loaded, they have a ma-

jor effect on vehicle handling and steering re-

sponse.

General information

Roof racks are available as optional accesso-

ries.

When loading and driving, note the following:

Safety information

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Do not exceed the approved roof/axle

weights and the approved gross vehicle

weight.

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 may be a risk of

accidents or risk of damage to property. Drive

with roof load only with activated Dynamic

Stability Control.

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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.

Roof strip with flaps

The mounting points are located in the roof

strip above the doors.

Drive carefully. Do not drive off or brake

suddenly or take corners at speed.

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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. 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.

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