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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 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

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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