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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 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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4,500 rpm and 100 mph/160 km/h.

Additional information:

Avoid full throttle or kickdown under all circum-

stances.

Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.

From 1,200 miles/2,000 km

The engine and vehicle speed can gradually be

increased.

Break-in procedures

General information

Moving parts need to work together smoothly.

Tires

Tire traction is not optimal due to manufactur-

ing circumstances when tires are brand new.

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

Safety information

Brake disks and brake pads must be broken 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, 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.

Following part replacement

Observe the break-in procedures again if com-

ponents mentioned above are replaced.

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 or

risk of damage to property. 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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Do not allow the vehicle body or underbody

to come into contact with the ground.

Fasten the tailgate, e.g., with a tensioning

belt.

When wheels continue to spin, depress the

accelerator pedal sufficiently so that driving

stability control systems can distribute the

driving power to the wheels.

Hot exhaust system

Warning

After a trip on poor roads

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, check wheels and

tires for damage to maintain driving safety.

Clear heavy soiling from the body.

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.

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.

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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.

Condensation detected in drive system

Various driving profiles ensure that the drive

system functions properly. A driving style with

consistently low loads can negatively affect

overall functionality, e.g., condensation forming

in the drive system. Occasionally running the

engine longer with higher loads can counteract

this.

Exhaust gas particulate filter

If condensation has formed in the drive sys-

tem, a corresponding Check Control message

appears. In this case, on the next drive outside

of town, proceed as follows for approx. 30 mi-

nutes:

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.

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Depending on vehicle equipment, engage

selector lever position S or L.

General information

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Deactivate the speed control system.

Depending on vehicle equipment and national-

market version, the vehicle is equipped with

an exhaust particulate filter. For more informa-

tion on the exhaust particulate filter, contact an

authorized service center or another qualified

service center or repair shop.

Activate SPORT driving mode via Driving

Experience Control.

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If possible, drive at varying speeds.

Additional information:

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Engaging selector lever position:

The following may occur when cleaning for

several minutes:

Steptronic transmission, refer to page 133.

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Driving Experience Control, refer to

page 138.

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Temporarily, the engine may run less

smoothly.

A somewhat higher RPM is necessary to

reach usual power development.

Vehicle laminated glass

The vehicle laminated glass provides complete

protection against the harmful effects of ultra-

violet radiation on the skin.

Fuel consumption may be higher. The

higher fuel consumption is included as

mean value in the display for the current

consumption.

Mobile communications in the

vehicle

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A slight smoke formation coming from the

exhaust system, even after the engine is

switched off.

Warning

Noises such as those caused by the radia-

tor fan running, even several minutes after

the engine is switched off.

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, only use mobile commu-

nication devices, e.g., mobile phones, when

connected directly to an external antenna or

Overrun of the radiator fan for several minutes

is normal even after short trips.

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Personal eSIM in order to prevent mutual in-

terference and to deflect radiation from the

vehicle interior.

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.

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.

Braking safely

Driving through water

General information

The vehicle is equipped with an Antilock Brak-

ing System as a standard feature.

General information

When driving through water, follow the follow-

ing:

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.

With pre-heating:

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Deactivate Auto Start/Stop function.

Drive through calm water only.

Drive through water only up to a maximum

height of 9.8 inches/25 cm.

Sounds from the hydraulic circuits indicate that

the Antilock Braking System is regulating.

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Drive through water at a maximum of walk-

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

Objects in the travel path of the pedals

Without pre-heating:

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Deactivate Auto Start/Stop function.

Drive through calm water only.

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.

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.

Additional information:

Auto Start/Stop function, refer to page 131.

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Pedal feel when driving off

Warning

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.

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 bars

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 racks are available as optional accesso-

ries.

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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 crit-

ical driving situations. There is a risk of acci-

dent, injury, or property damage. Drive with

roof load only with activated Dynamic Stabil-

ity 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.

The vehicle manufacturer recommends using

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

Sport tires are designed for the specific re-

quirements of driving on the racetrack. For

more information on sport tires, contact an

authorized service center or another qualified

service center or repair shop.

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.

When loading and driving, note the following:

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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Do not exceed the approved roof/axle

weights and the approved gross vehicle

weight.

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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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Trailer and rear carrier

load of the vehicle. The smaller value applies

in each case.

Vehicle features and options

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.

Tire pressure

Note the tire inflation pressure of the vehicle

and trailer.

For the vehicle, the tire inflation pressure for

higher loads applies.

Additional information:

Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.

For the trailer, the specifications of the manu-

facturer apply.

General information

After correcting the tire inflation pressure or

connecting or disconnecting a trailer, reinitial-

ize the Flat Tire Monitor display or reset the

Tire Pressure Monitor.

The permissible trailer loads, axle weights,

drawbar node weights, and the permissible

gross vehicle weight are specified in the tech-

nical data.

Additional information:

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Tire pressure specifications, refer to

page 348.

When the trailer power socket is occupied or

when driving off, the vehicle is automatically

set to the normal level.

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Tire pressure monitor, refer to page 362.

Flat tire monitor, refer to page 370.

Before driving

Exterior mirrors

Exterior mirrors, which bring both rear edges

of the trailer into the driver's field of vision,

are available as optional accessories from an

authorized service center or another qualified

service center or repair shop.

Drawbar nose weight

The maximum payload of the towing vehicle is

reduced by the weight of the trailer hitch and

the drawbar nose weight. The drawbar nose

weight increases the vehicle weight. Do not ex-

ceed the approved gross vehicle weight of the

towing vehicle.

Electrical consumption

General information

Before start of the trip, check the function of

the trailer tail lights.

Loading

Distribute cargo as evenly as possible on the

loading platform.

Keep the activation times of the electrical com-

ponents short during camper operation to save

the vehicle battery power.

Stow the payload as low and close to the

trailer axle as possible. A low center of gravity

in the trailer increases the driving safety of the

entire car-trailer combination.

Trailer tail lights

The consumption of the trailer tail lights must

not exceed the following values:

Do not exceed the approved gross vehicle

weight of the trailer and the permissible trailer

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Turn signals/brake lights: 54 watts per side.

Removing the cover

Rear lights: 100 watts in total.

Reversing lights: 54 watts in total.

Mount for trailer hitch

General information

Pull the cover out of the back of the mount,

and stow it in the vehicle.

Trailer power socket

The mount for the trailer hitch is located on the

rear of the vehicle.

Information on suitable trailer hitches is found

on the underside of the mount, see arrow.

Follow the instructions for maintaining the

trailer hitch mount.

The trailer power socket is located to the left of

the trailer hitch mount.

Additional information:

Caring for special components, refer to

page 407.

Loops for trailer safety chain

Safety information

General information

Warning

While driving, high temperatures can occur

underneath the vehicle body, for instance

caused by the exhaust system. Contact with

the hot components can cause burns. There

is a risk of injury. Do not touch hot compo-

nents. Do not perform work in the vicinity of

hot components until after they have cooled

down.

There are two loops on the mount for the

trailer hitch for locking the trailer safety chain.

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Driver assistance systems, refer to

page 222.

Safety information

Driving stability control systems, refer to

page 216.

Warning

If the trailer safety line or the trailer safety

chain is not fastened correctly, the trailer

may unintentionally come loose. There is a

risk of accident. Before driving with a trailer,

correctly couple the trailer safety line or the

trailer safety chain to the eye of the trailer

hitch.

Cruise control, refer to page 226.

Safety information

Warning

Depending on the design and loading of

trailers, they may begin swinging at speeds

exceeding approx. 50 mph/80 km/h. There

may be a risk of accidents or risk of damage

to property.

Warning

If the trailer safety line or the trailer safety

chain is not fastened correctly, the safety line

or safety chain may get caught and cause

damage to the vehicle or trailer. There is a

risk of accident. Before driving with a trailer,

correctly couple the trailer safety line or the

trailer safety chain to the eye of the trailer

hitch. Ensure that the safety line or safety

chain can move freely and is not dragging on

the ground.

Adapt your speed when driving with a trailer.

Immediately brake in the case of swinging.

Apply necessary steering corrections as care-

fully as possible.

Warning

The tire inflation pressure must be adjusted

to the increased axle weight in trailer towing.

Driving with too low tire inflation pressure can

damage the tires. There may be a risk of

accidents or risk of damage to property. Do

not exceed a speed of 60 mph/100 km/h. In-

crease the tire pressure of the towing vehicle

by 0.2 bar/3 psi. Note the maximum possible

tire inflation pressure indicated on the tire.

Driving with trailer or rear

carrier

General information

When driving with a trailer or rear carrier, some

driver assistance systems may be restricted or

not available. A Check Control message is dis-

played where applicable. The driving stability

control systems, e.g., Antilock Braking System,

are still available.

Using a trailer or rear carrier

General information

When the trailer socket is occupied, a selection

menu is shown on the control display. In the

menu, specify whether you are driving your ve-

hicle with a trailer or rear carrier.

If necessary, select another driver assistance

system that can be used while towing a trailer,

e.g., Active Cruise Control.

Additional information:

Some driver assistance systems may have

limited functionality or may malfunction when

driving with a trailer or rear carrier, e.g., rear

bicycle rack, and an unoccupied trailer power

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socket. To avoid malfunctions, activate use of

the trailer or rear carrier manually.

Setting the maximum speed

1.

Apps menu

When the trailer socket is occupied or trailer

towing is activated, some driver assistance

systems may be restricted or not available. A

Check Control message is displayed where ap-

plicable.

2. "Vehicle"

3. "Driving settings"

4. "Driver Assistance"

5. "Trailer mode"

6. "Maximum permitted speed"

7. Select the desired speed.

Safety information

Warning

Uphill grades

If the control display is configured incorrectly,

some driver assistance systems may have

limited functionality or malfunction. There is

a risk of accident. Make sure that the corre-

sponding setting is enabled when using the

trailer or rear carrier.

General information

Trailer towing is permitted up to gradients of

12 %.

If higher trailer loads are approved at a later

point in time, the gradient limit is 8%.

Driving off on uphill grades

The parking brake is automatically released

when the accelerator pedal is activated.

Activating/deactivating trailer towing

manually

1.

Apps menu

In order to prevent rolling back when driving

off, use the parking brake.

2. "Vehicle"

3. "Driving settings"

4. "Driver Assistance"

5. "Trailer mode"

6. "Type"

1. Pull

and release the switch shortly

before starting. Press and release the

The parking brake is set.

7. Select whether you are driving with or with-

out a trailer/rear carrier.

2. Step on the accelerator pedal sufficiently to

drive off.

Maximum speed

Hills

General information

A car-trailer combination has the tendency to

swing more readily on hills.

When towing a trailer, you can configure

the maximum permitted speed for the vehi-

cle-trailer combination. Depending on vehicle

equipment, this setting is considered by speed

limit systems.

Manually downshift to the next-lowest gear

before driving on a hill and drive downhill

slowly.

Additional information:

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Speed Limit Info, refer to page 222.

Speed Limit Assistant, refer to page 243.

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Safety information

Trailer Assistant

Warning

Principle

The system cannot serve as a substitute for

the driver’s personal judgment in assessing

the traffic situation. Based on the limits of

the system, it cannot independently react to

all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-

dent, injury, and property damage. Adjust

driving style to traffic conditions. Watch the

surrounding traffic situation closely, be ready

to take over steering and braking at any time,

and actively intervene where appropriate.

The Trailer Assistant helps when reversing

with a trailer.

When reversing, the steering of the front

wheels is determined by entering the kink an-

gle and adopted by the system.

Vehicle features and options

This system may not be available in the

owned vehicle, e.g. due to the selected op-

tional equipment, the national-market version

or the option for later enabling and software

updates. This also applies to individual func-

tions of the system.

Warning

The system can steer the vehicle over or

onto curbs. There is a risk of injury or risk

of damage to property. Watch surrounding

traffic closely and actively intervene where

appropriate

For information on whether a function is cur-

rently available in the vehicle or when the func-

tion can be installed in the vehicle, contact an

authorized service center or another qualified

service center or repair shop.

Additional information:

Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.

Functional requirements

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A trailer is attached and connected.

General information

▷

The system is taught for the trailer to be

used.

The kink angle determines the angle between

the vehicle and trailer and thus the desired di-

rection of travel of the car-trailer combination

in reverse.

▷

Depending on vehicle equipment and na-

tional-market version, trailer towing is acti-

vated.

With the Trailer Assistant, the car-trailer com-

bination is not guided by the steering wheel

when reversing, but by continuous correction

of the articulation angle on the control display.

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The rearview camera is clean and clear.

Vehicles with removable trailer hitch: Use

suitable accessories approved by the vehi-

cle manufacturer.

The system takes over the steering. The driver

must control the speed using the accelerator

and brake pedals.

Teaching the Trailer Assistant

Whenever you hitch a trailer, the Trailer Assis-

tant must be taught again.

Follow the information in the "Parking assis-

tance systems" chapter.

A message on the control display prompts the

driver to drive forward at low speed while also

steering.

Additional information:

Parking assistance systems, refer to page 249.

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When driving in reverse, observe the vehi-

cle's surroundings.

Turning operating tips on/off

The Trailer Assistant operating tips provide

specific information for operating the system

properly. The operating tips can be turned on/

off.

In case of obstacles, stop immediately and

take over steering.

10. If necessary, adjust the kink angle while

driving to correct the direction.

1. Select the BMW ID or driver profile.

11. Engage selector lever position P when fin-

ished maneuvering.

2.

Apps menu

3. "Vehicle"

4. "Driving settings"

5. "Driver Assistance"

6. "Parking"

Canceling the Trailer Assistant

manually

Maneuvering of the car-trailer combination can

be aborted manually:

7. "Operating tips for Trailer Assistant"

"Cancel"

Reversing with the Trailer Assistant

1. Attach and connect trailer to vehicle.

2. Teaching the Trailer Assistant.

Canceling the Trailer Assistant

automatically

The system automatically cancels in situations

such as the following:

3. Depending on vehicle equipment and na-

tional-market version, activate trailer tow-

ing on the control display.

▷

When the driver grasps the steering wheel

or takes over steering.

▷

When shifting from reverse gear to selec-

tor lever position D, the Trailer Assistant

switches to standby mode.

4.

With the vehicle at a standstill, press

button or engage reverse gear.

Parking assistance systems displays are

shown on the control display.

If reverse gear is engaged again after a

short distance, the function is active again.

5. "Start Trailer Assistant"

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During activation or intervention by driver

assistance systems.

The control display shows the rearview

camera image with a view of the tow bar

and a stylized view of the vehicle with

trailer.

When the view on the control display is

overlaid with messages.

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In case of a slippery surface.

6. Confirm or turn off operating tips on the

control display as necessary.

When the vehicle is rolling such as on a

slope.

7. If necessary, shift into reverse gear.

8. Set the desired kink angle.

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In case of changed ambient conditions.

If the vehicle speed exceeds approx.

6 mph/10 km/h.

Follow the instructions on the control dis-

play.

9. Take your hands off the steering wheel and

carefully drive in reverse with the accelera-

tor pedal and the brake.

Turning trailer protection brake

on/off

Whenever the Trailer Assistant is canceled, the

trailer protection brake is applied and the vehi-

Green: the system takes control of

steering.

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cle is secured at a standstill. As a result, the

car-trailer combination cannot continue to roll

uncontrolled. The trailer protection brake can

be switched on or off.

The system detects swinging and automati-

cally brakes the vehicle quickly in order to leave

the critical speed range and stabilize the car-

trailer combination.

1.

Apps menu

General information

2. "Vehicle"

If the trailer power socket is occupied but a

trailer has not been hitched, this system can

also activate in extreme driving situations, e.g.,

when using a rear bicycle rack with lighting.

3. "Driving settings"

4. "Driver Assistance"

5. "Parking"

6. "Trailer protection braking"

Functional requirement

▷

A trailer is attached.

System limits

The trailer power socket is occupied.

General information

The maximum speed is limited to approx.

6 mph/10 km/h.

Vehicle speed must be more than approx.

40 mph/65 km/h.

System limits

The system cannot intervene or not intervene

in time in the following situations, for instance:

A warning is given at a speed of approx.

4 mph/7 km/h.

If the maximum speed is exceeded, the func-

tion is interrupted.

▷

If a trailer jackknifes suddenly, for instance

on slippery roads or loose surfaces.

Functional limitations

The system may be limited in the following

situations:

If a trailer with a high center of gravity tilts,

before swinging is detected.

If Dynamic Stability Control is deactivated

or has malfunctioned.

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Trailers with fifthwheel steering are not

supported.

When the power consumption of a trailer is

too low, for instance due to tail lights with

LED technology, to be detected by the sys-

tem.

▷

Accessories on tow bar, e.g., a rear bicycle

rack.

▷

Tow bars and trailers with unusual shapes.

Unsuitable removable trailer hitches.

Rearview camera dirty or covered.

Additional information:

Brake Controller

Trailer brakes only work if a brake controller is

installed.

Cameras, refer to page 35.

Trailer brakes will not work without the brake

controller.

Trailer stabilization control

The vehicle manufacturer recommends having

the brake controller installed by an authorized

service center or another qualified service cen-

ter or repair shop. Incorrect installation or pin-

Principle

Trailer stabilization control helps by absorbing

the swinging movements of the trailer.

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ning of the connector can cause the trailer

lights and brake system to fail.

weight of the rear carrier must not exceed

165 lbs/75 kg.

For information on installing a brake control-

ler, contact an authorized service center or an-

other qualified service center or repair shop.

▷

If the center of gravity is 23.5 inches/60 cm

from the ball head, the gross weight of the

rear carrier must not exceed 77 lbs/35 kg.

▷

Stow heavy cargo as close as possible to

the ball head.

Rear carriers

Fasten cargo securely to the rear carrier,

making sure it will not slip.

Principle

Rear carriers, e.g., rear bicycle racks, are devi-

ces that are mounted on the vehicle in order to

help transport cargo.

Before driving

Before starting your trip, make sure that the

tail lights on the rear carrier are working.

The maximum power rating of the rear car-

rier tail lights should not exceed the maximum

power rating of the trailer tail lights.

General information

Rear carriers recommended by the manufac-

turer of the vehicle are available as optional

accessories.

To prevent functional limitations and malfunc-

tions affecting driver assistance systems, acti-

vate trailer towing.

Rear bicycle racks for a maximum of three bi-

cycles can be used.

Additional information:

Only use rear carriers that are mounted directly

on the mount for the trailer hitch.

▷

Electrical consumption, refer to page 334.

Using a trailer or rear carrier, refer to

page 336.

Installation

Follow the assembly instructions for the rear

carrier.

Driving with a rear carrier

When loaded, rear carriers move the vehicle's

center of gravity, which affects how the vehicle

handles and steers.

Loading

When loading and driving, note the following:

▷

Do not exceed the approved axle weight

and the approved gross vehicle weight.

▷

Drive cautiously and avoid driving off and

braking with jerky movements or fast cor-

nering.

The permissible gross weight of the loaded

rear carrier depends on how far its center of

gravity is from the ball head.

▷

If the center of gravity is up to 11.8 in-

ches/30 cm from the ball head, the gross

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Vehicle features and options Adaptive recuperation

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.

Principle

Adaptive recuperation supports an anticipatory

and comfort-oriented driving style.

The system decides based on the situation if

energy is recovered through recuperation or if

Additional information:

Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.

the vehicle is to coast.

In vehicles with mild hybrid technology, the

power of recuperation is adaptive, which

causes the vehicle to decelerate to varying de-

Reducing fuel consumption

grees when coasting.

Principle

The vehicle contains advanced technologies

for the reduction of consumption and emission

values.

General information

Various sensors analyze the current driving sit-

uation, e.g., the distance to the vehicle in front.

There are some actions you can take to

change your fuel consumption and environ-

mental impact:

Adaptive recuperation is available depending

on the equipment and national-market version.

▷

Remove unnecessary cargo from the vehi-

cle.

Activating/deactivating adaptive

recuperation

Adaptive recuperation is deactivated by acti-

vating SPORT driving mode.

Remove add-on parts, e.g., a rear carrier,

after use.

Close the windows and glass sunroof while

driving.

Adaptive recuperation is activated when

changing to another driving mode.

Check the tire pressure regularly and in-

crease it as necessary.

Adaptive recuperation can only be used in se-

lector lever position D.

Switch off the engine if the vehicle is to re-

main stationary for a longer period.

Display

Practice anticipatory driving and let the ve-

hicle coast more often.

Display in the instrument cluster

Adaptive recuperation can be displayed on the

instrument cluster.

Deactivate functions that are not required,

e.g., rear window heating.

Have the vehicle serviced regularly.

Additional information:

Power gauge, refer to page 156.

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Display on the control display

The adaptive recuperation can be displayed on

the control display.

Functional requirements

▷

Selector lever position D is engaged.

Brake is not depressed.

Additional information:

Accelerator pedal is not operated.

Current driving condition, refer to page 164.

Engine and transmission are at operating

temperature.

The function is available in the speed

range from approx. 16 mph/25 km/h to

100 mph/160 km/h.

Coasting

Principle

The drive system allows the vehicle to roll

freely with minimal deceleration in selector

lever position D. This driving condition is refer-

red to as coasting. This reduces fuel consump-

tion.

Operation via shift paddles

Principle

Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the

Coasting mode can be influenced with the shift

paddles.

Vehicles with mild hybrid technology do not

consume fuel when coasting.

Activating/deactivating coasting via

shift paddles

Long press the right shift paddle to activate.

General information

An anticipatory driving style helps the driver

to use the function often and supports the effi-

cient effect of coasting.

To deactivate, actuate the left shift paddle.

Coasting is automatically adapted to the re-

spective driving situation.

System limits

Coasting cannot be used, or can only be used

to a limited extent, in the following situations:

The coasting mode is displayed in the Live Ve-

hicle menu as efficient coasting.

▷

While Active Cruise Control is active.

Sensors are defective, dirty, or covered.

Additional information:

Current driving condition, refer to page 164.

Driving in the dynamic limit range and on

steep uphill or downhill grades.

Exemplary driving situations

If you can travel a certain distance without any

foreseeable need to brake, it is beneficial to

coast.

▷

Battery charge status temporarily too low

or vehicle electrical system drawing exces-

sive current.

The following exemplary driving situations may

be suitable:

Driving modes for efficient

driving

▷

Rolling on a straight downhill route without

obstacles.

▷

Coasting on a distance without obstacles.

Principle

Avoid late or strong braking.

When certain prerequisites are met the engine

is automatically decoupled from the transmis-

sion in the D selector lever position. The ve-

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hicle continues traveling in Neutral to reduce

consumption. The D selector lever position re-

mains engaged.

driving ahead. Based on this information, the

driver receives notices for an efficient driving

style early on. The efficiency of the driving style

is evaluated in the control display and shown

in three categories.

The achieved extended range is displayed in

the instrument cluster as bonus range.

General information

The system has different displays to support

the driver with an efficient driving style.

Overview

Button in the vehicle

Functional requirements

▷

Selector lever position D is engaged.

▷

ECO PRO drive mode is activated.

Display

Power gauge

When ECO PRO driving mode is activated, the

display switches to a special configuration.

ECO PRO

Depending on the equipment, some system

information can also be displayed in the Head-

up display.

Configuring ECO PRO

1.

Press the button.

2. Select the desired setting.

Resetting the settings

1.

Press the button.

2. "Settings"

The efficient range of the power gauge is col-

ored blue. Additionally, the bonus range will be

displayed.

3. "Reset to ECO PRO STANDARD"

The efficient range is adjusted depending on

the driving situation.

Efficiency trainer

If the power gauge moves within the blue

range, the current driving style is efficient. The

display will change to gray if the driving style is

inefficient.

Principle

The system provides assistance for an antici-

patory and comfort-oriented driving style. For

this purpose, map information and sensor data

is used to analyze the current driving situation

such as upcoming speed limits and vehicles

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Bonus range

Functional requirement

This function is available in ECO PRO driving

mode.

A modified driving style helps

you extend your driving range.

The range extension is dis-

played as the bonus range in

the instrument cluster.

Calling up the efficiency evaluation

1.

Apps menu

2. "Vehicle"

If the bonus range is shown in gray or is hid-

den, the current driving style is inefficient.

3. "Live Vehicle"

The display turns blue as soon as all condi-

tions for efficient driving are met.

Additional information:

Live Vehicle, refer to page 146

The intervals for resetting the bonus range de-

pend on the settings of the trip data.

Display on the control display

The display of the efficiency analysis shows

the efficiency of the driving style.

Display in case of inefficient driving

style

The more efficient the driving style, the larger

the area that is displayed in color and the

faster the bonus range increases.

When driving above the efficient range,

an arrow will be displayed.

In contrast, a reduced area will be displayed

with an inefficient driving style.

For instance, this is displayed for the

following situations:

▷

Excessive acceleration.

Excessive speed.

In addition, a notice to coast in advance is dis-

played.

System limits

For example, the function is not available in

the following situations:

▷

While Active Cruise Control is active.

With trailer towing.

Efficiency evaluation

General information

The efficiency of the driving style, e.g., acceler-

ation, is evaluated on the control display and

shown in three categories. The current trip is

analyzed.

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