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Engine, transmission, and axle

drive

Vehicle features and options

This chapter describes model-specific

equipment, systems, and functions that are

currently available, or may become available

in the future, even if they are not present in

the vehicle.

Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km

Do not exceed the maximum engine and

road speed:

–

For gasoline engine 4,500 rpm and

100 mph/160 km/h.

Additional information:

Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.

Avoid full throttle or kickdown under all

circumstances.

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

Tire traction is not optimal due to manufac-

turing circumstances when tires are brand

new.

The following break-in procedures will help

the vehicle achieve a long service life and

good efficiency.

Drive conservatively for the first

200 miles/300 km.

During break-in, do not use the Launch

Control.

Brake system

Safety information

Brake disks and brake pads must be broken

in to avoid the conditions that can lead to

brake noise. Drive carefully for the first ap-

prox. 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, or property damage. After installing

new parts or with a new vehicle, drive

conservatively and intervene early if nec-

essary. Observe the break-in procedures of

the respective parts and components.

Following part replacement

Observe the break-in procedures again if

components mentioned above are replaced.

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General driving notes

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 haz-

ard. Do not remove the heat shields instal-

led 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 park-

ing.

Closing the tailgate

Safety information

Warning

An open tailgate protrudes from the vehi-

cle 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 wa-

ter may enter the vehicle interior. There is

a risk of injury or risk of damage to prop-

erty. Do not drive with the tailgate open.

Exhaust gas particulate filter

Principle

The exhaust gas particulate filter collects

soot particles. The soot particles are burned

at high temperatures to clean the exhaust

gas particulate filter as necessary.

Driving with the tailgate open

If the vehicle still needs to be driven with

the tailgate open:

–

Close all windows and the glass sunroof.

Greatly increase the blower output.

Drive moderately.

General information

Depending on vehicle equipment and na-

tional-market version, the vehicle is equip-

ped with an exhaust particulate filter. For

more information on the exhaust particulate

filter, contact an authorized service center

or another qualified service center or repair

shop.

Secure the tailgate, e.g., with a tension-

ing belt.

Hot exhaust system

The following may occur when cleaning for

several minutes:

Warning

High temperatures can occur underneath

the body, for instance caused by the ex-

haust system, while driving. Contact with

the exhaust system can cause burns. There

is a risk of injury. Do not touch the ex-

haust system, including the exhaust pipe,

when hot.

–

The engine may not run as smoothly for

a short time.

A somewhat higher RPM is necessary to

reach usual power development.

Fuel consumption may be higher. The

higher fuel consumption is included as

mean value in the display for the current

consumption.

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Exhaust system may smoke slightly,

even after the engine is switched off.

complete loss of contact between the tires

and the road surface, ultimately undermin-

ing your ability to steer and brake the vehi-

cle.

Noises such as those caused by the radi-

ator fan running, even several minutes

after the engine is switched off.

Driving through water

General information

Overrun of the radiator fan for several mi-

nutes is normal even after short trips.

When driving through water, note the fol-

lowing:

Cleaning the exhaust gas particulate

filter while driving

–

Only drive through when the engine is

running.

The self-cleaning function of the diesel

particulate filter takes place automatically.

There are no other measures, e.g., an adjust-

ment of the driving style.

–

Engage selector lever position S or L,

depending on vehicle equipment, to pre-

vent the engine from shutting off.

Vehicle laminated glass

The vehicle laminated glass provides com-

plete protection against the harmful effects

of ultraviolet radiation on the skin.

–

The engine also does not switch off in

selector lever position R.

–

Drive through calm water only.

Drive through water only up to a maxi-

mum height of 9.8 inches/25 cm.

Mobile communications in the

vehicle

–

Drive through water at walking speed,

max. 3 mph/5 km/h.

Additional information:

Warning

Auto Start/Stop function, refer to page 115.

Vehicle electronics and mobile communi-

cation devices can influence one another.

There is radiation due to the transmission

operations of mobile communication devi-

ces. There is a risk of injury or risk of dam-

age to property. If possible, only use mo-

bile communication devices, e.g., mobile

phones, when connected directly to an ex-

ternal antenna or Personal eSIM in order

to prevent mutual interference and to de-

flect radiation from the vehicle interior.

Safety information

NOTICE

When driving too quickly through deep

water, the water can penetrate the engine

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 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 sur-

face.

This phenomenon is referred to as aqua-

planing. It is characterized by a partial or

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Driving in wet conditions

Braking safely

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.

General information

The vehicle is equipped with an Antilock

Braking System as a standard feature.

The heat generated while braking dries

brake disks and brake pads and protects

them against corrosion.

Perform full braking when appropriate. To

achieve the best possible braking assis-

tance, do not reduce the pressure on the

brake pedal during full braking.

In this way the brake power will be availa-

ble when you need it.

Steering is still responsive. You can still

avoid any obstacles with a minimum of

steering movement.

Hills

Sounds from the hydraulic circuits indicate

that the Antilock Braking System is regulat-

ing.

General information

Drive long or steep downhill gradients in

the gear that requires least braking effort.

Otherwise, the brake system may overheat

and reduce braking effect.

Objects in the travel path of the pedals

You can increase the engine braking effect

by downshifting, going all the way to first

gear, if needed.

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

cannot 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 fas-

tened again after they were removed, for

instance for cleaning.

Safety information

Warning

Light but constant pressure on the brake

pedal can lead to high temperatures, brake

wear, and even failure of the brake sys-

tem. There is a risk of accident, injury, or

property damage. Avoid placing excessive

stress on the brake system.

Warning

Pedal feel when driving off

In Neutral or with drive-ready state

switched off, safety functions, for instance

engine braking effect, braking assistance

and steering assistance, may be restricted

or not available. There is a risk of accident,

injury, or property damage. Do not attempt

to drive in Neutral or with drive-ready

state switched 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. Af-

ter the brake pedal has been fully released,

the pedal will feel as usual again.

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Brake disk corrosion

Safety information

Corrosion on the brake disks and contami-

nation on the brake pads are increased by

the following circumstances:

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 ve-

hicle tipping in critical driving situations.

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

erty damage. Drive with roof load only

with activated Dynamic Stability Control.

–

Low mileage.

Extended stationary periods.

Low load.

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.

Installation

Follow the installation instructions for roof

bars when installing.

Condensation water under the

parked vehicle

When using the automatic climate control,

condensation water develops and collects

underneath the vehicle.

Be sure that adequate clearance is main-

tained for tilting and opening the glass sun-

roof.

Loading

Because roof racks raise the vehicle's center

of gravity when loaded, they have a signifi-

cant effect on vehicle handling and steering.

Roof bars

When loading and driving, note the follow-

ing:

Principle

Roof bars are devices that are mounted on

the vehicle to facilitate the transport of lug-

gage. When driving with a roof bar, various

specifications, e.g., correct load, must be fol-

lowed.

–

Do not exceed the permissible roof load,

axle load, and gross vehicle weight.

–

Distribute the roof load evenly.

The roof load should not extend past the

vehicle sides.

–

Always place the heaviest pieces on the

bottom.

General information

The roof bar can only be installed if the

vehicle has a roof rail.

Secure roof luggage firmly, for instance

using tie-down straps.

Roof racks are available as optional accesso-

ries.

Do not let objects project into the swiv-

eling range of the tailgate.

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, injury, or prop-

erty 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

vehicle and may affect your warranty cover-

age. Please consult the New Vehicle Limited

Warranty Booklet for further information

on warranty matters.

The vehicle manufacturer recommends us-

ing special sport tires, e.g., high-perform-

ance tires. Sport tires are designed for

the specific requirements of driving on the

racetrack. For more information on sport

tires, contact an authorized service center

or another qualified service center or repair

shop.

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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