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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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Garage door opener.

Electronic fee collection devices.

Payment systems.

Ground clearance

NOTICE

If the ground clearance is insufficient,

e.g., underground garage entrances, speed

bumps, or curbs, the ground may come

into contact with vehicle parts, e.g., spoiler,

and the underbody. There is a risk of prop-

erty damage. Ensure that there is sufficient

ground clearance available. Adjust your driv-

ing style to the respective conditions.

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.

Driving at high speeds

Warning

Damage to vehicle components can nega-

tively impact handling at high speeds. This

includes, among other things, tires, under-

body and parts for improving aerodynamics.

There is a risk of accident, injury, and prop-

erty damage. Have damage corrected by an

authorized service center or another qualified

service center or repair shop. Do not drive at

high speeds until the damage is corrected.

Aquaplaning

On wet or slushy roads, a wedge of water can

form between the tires and road surface.

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.

Attachment point for radio systems

Driving through water

General information

When driving through water, follow the follow-

ing:

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Drive through calm water only.

With climate comfort windshield: the marked

area is not covered with heat-reflective coat-

ing.

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.

The marked area can be used for the attach-

ment of radio systems, e.g.:

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Safety information

Pedal feel when driving off

After turning on drive-ready state from idle

state, the pedal may feel unusual, e.g., the

pedal travel path may feel short or long. After

the brake pedal has been fully released, the

pedal will feel as usual again.

NOTICE

When driving too quickly through deep wa-

ter, the water can penetrate under the hood,

into the electrical system or into the trans-

mission. 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.

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. Ensure that this action

does not endanger other road users.

Braking safely

The heat generated while braking dries brake

disks and brake pads and protects them

against corrosion.

General information

In this way the brake power will be available

when you need it.

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 mini-

mum of steering movement.

Hills

General information

The braking effect of the drivetrain can be in-

fluenced through the energy recovery process.

Sounds from the hydraulic circuits indicate that

the Antilock Braking System is regulating.

Safety information

Objects in the travel path of the pedals

Warning

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.

Warning

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-

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

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property damage. Do not attempt to drive in

Neutral or with drive-ready state switched off.

The vehicle manufacturer recommends using

special sport tires, e.g., high-performance tires.

Sports tires are matched to the special require-

ments of a sporty driving style. For more infor-

mation on sport tires, contact an authorized

service center or another qualified service cen-

ter or repair shop.

Brake disk corrosion

Corrosion on the brake disks and contamina-

tion on the brake pads are increased by the

following circumstances:

Before and after driving on a racetrack, have

the vehicle checked by an authorized service

center or another qualified service center or

repair shop.

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Low mileage.

Extended stationary periods.

Infrequent use of the brakes.

Aggressive, acidic, or alkaline cleaning

agents.

Roof bars

Corrosion buildup on the brake disks will cause

a pulsating effect on the brakes when braking

slowly - generally this cannot be corrected.

General information

Roof racks are available as optional accesso-

ries.

Condensation water under the

parked vehicle

When using the automatic climate control, con-

densation water develops and collects under-

neath the vehicle.

Safety information

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.

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, and property damage. Do

not use the vehicle for M Sport or motorsport-

like competitions.

Roof strip with flaps

The mounting points are located in the roof

strip above the doors.

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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