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Things to remember when driving

new; they achieve their full traction poten-

tial after a break-in time.

Vehicle features and options

Drive conservatively for the first

200 miles/300 km.

This chapter describes all standard, country-

specific and optional features offered with

the series. It also describes features and

functions that are not necessarily available

in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op-

tions or country versions. This also applies

to safety-related functions and systems.

When using these functions and systems,

the applicable laws and regulations must be

observed.

Brake system

Brake discs and brake pads only reach their

full effectiveness after ap-

prox. 300 miles/500 km. Drive moderately

during this break-in period.

Following part replacement

The same break-in procedures should be ob-

served if any of the components mentioned

above have to be renewed in the course of

the vehicle's operating life.

Breaking-in period

General information

Moving parts need to begin working to-

gether smoothly.

General driving notes

The following instructions will help you to

achieve a long vehicle life and good effi-

ciency.

Closing the tailgate

Safety information

Warning

An open tailgate protrudes from the vehi-

cle and can endanger occupants and other

traffic participants or damage the vehicle

in the event of an accident, braking or eva-

sive maneuvers. There is a risk of injury or

risk of damage to property. Do not drive

with the tailgate open.

Due to new parts and components, safety

and driver assistance systems can react

with a delay. There is a risk of accident.

After installing new parts or with a new

vehicle, drive conservatively and inter-

vene early if necessary. Observe the break-

in procedures of the respective parts and

components.

Driving with the tailgate open

If driving with the tailgate open cannot be

avoided:

Tires

Tire traction is not optimal due to manufac-

turing circumstances when tires are brand-

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Close all windows and the glass sunroof.

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Greatly increase the air flow from the

vents.

ing your ability to steer and brake the vehi-

cle.

Drive moderately.

Driving through water

General information

Ice on window glass

When driving through water, follow the fol-

lowing:

NOTICE

The window will be lowered slightly when

pulling on the door handle. In the event of

frost, the window may freeze up and not

be lowered. There is a risk of damage to

property. When pulling on the door han-

dle, make sure that the window is lowered.

If necessary, remove snow and ice from

the window. Do not open the door with

force.

–

Drive through calm water only.

Drive through water only if it is not

deeper than maximum 9.8 inches/25 cm.

–

Drive through water no faster than

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

Safety information

NOTICE

Mobile communication devices in

the vehicle

When driving too quickly through too

deep water, water can enter into the en-

gine compartment, the electrical system or

the transmission. There is a risk of damage

to property. When driving through water,

do not exceed the maximum indicated wa-

ter level and the maximum speed for driv-

ing through water.

Warning

Vehicle electronics and mobile phones can

influence one another. There is radiation

due to the transmission operations of mo-

bile phones. There is a risk of injury or

risk of damage to property. If possible, in

the car's interior use only mobile phones

with direct connections to an exterior an-

tenna in order to exclude mutual interfer-

ence and deflect the radiation from the

car's interior.

Braking safely

General information

The vehicle is equipped with an Antilock

Braking System ABS as a standard feature.

Perform an emergency stop in situations

that require such.

Hydroplaning

On wet or slushy roads, a wedge of water

can form between the tires and road sur-

face.

Steering is still responsive. You can still

avoid any obstacles with a minimum of

steering effort.

Pulsation of the brake pedal and sounds

from the hydraulic circuits indicate that

ABS is in its active mode.

This phenomenon is referred to as hydro-

planing. It is characterized by a partial or

complete loss of contact between the tires

and the road surface, ultimately undermin-

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Safety information

Warning

Objects in the area around the pedals

Warning

Light but consistent brake pressure can

lead to high temperatures, brakes wearing

out and possibly even brake failure. There

is a risk of accident. Avoid placing exces-

sive stress on the brake system.

Objects in the driver's floor area can limit

the pedal distance or block a depressed

pedal. There is a risk of accident. Stow ob-

jects in the vehicle such that they are se-

cured and cannot enter into the driver's

floor area. 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 re-

moved, for instance for cleaning.

Warning

In idle state or with drive-ready state

switched off, safety-relevant functions, for

instance drive system braking effect, brak-

ing force boost and steering assistance,

are restricted or not available at all. There

is a risk of accident. Do not drive in idle

state or with drive-ready state switched

off.

Driving in wet conditions

When roads are wet, salted, or in heavy

rain, gently press the brake pedal every few

miles.

Brake disc corrosion

Ensure that this action does not endanger

other traffic.

Corrosion on the brake discs and contami-

nation on the brake pads are increased by

the following circumstances:

The heat generated during braking dries

brake discs and brake pads and protects

them against corrosion.

–

Low mileage.

Extended periods when the vehicle is

not used at all.

In this way braking efficiency will be avail-

able when you need it.

–

Infrequent use of the brakes.

Aggressive, acidic, or alkaline cleaning

agents.

Hills

Corrosion buildup on the brake discs will

cause a pulsating effect on the brakes in

their response - generally this cannot be

corrected.

General information

The braking effect of the drive system can

be influenced through the energy recovery.

Condensation water under the

parked vehicle

When using the automatic climate control,

condensation water develops and collects

underneath the vehicle.

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Always place the heaviest pieces on the

bottom.

Ground clearance

Secure the roof luggage firmly, for in-

stance using ratchet straps.

NOTICE

If the ground clearance is insufficient, e.g.,

curbs or underground garage entrances,

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

and the underbody may occur. There is a

risk of damage to property. Ensure that

there is sufficient ground clearance availa-

ble.

Do not let objects project into the open-

ing path of the tailgate.

Drive cautiously and avoid sudden ac-

celeration and braking maneuvers. Take

corners gently.

Driving on racetracks

Roof-mounted luggage rack

Warning

General information

Installation only possible with roof rack.

The vehicle is not designed for use in M

Sport or motor sport type competition.

There is a risk of accident. Do not use the

vehicle for M Sport or motor sport type

competitions.

Roof racks are available as special accesso-

ries.

Mounting

Follow the installation instructions of the

roof rack.

Higher mechanical and thermal loads during

racetrack operation lead to increased wear.

This wear is not covered by the warranty.

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.

Therefore, note the following when loading

and driving:

–

Do not exceed the approved roof/axle

loads and the approved gross vehicle

weight.

–

Be sure that adequate clearance is main-

tained for tilting and opening the glass

sunroof.

–

Distribute the roof load uniformly.

The roof load should not extend past the

loading area.

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