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Driving And Operating
Note
Therefore avoid excessive use of the
starter, running the fuel tank dry and
starting the engine by pushing or
towing.
electric drive unit. If you are stuck, do
not spin the tyres. When stopping on a
hill, use the brakes to hold the vehicle
in place.
On a new vehicle, the first exhaust
filter regeneration operations may be
accompanied by a burning smell, which
is normal. Following prolonged operation
of the vehicle at very low speed or at
idle, water vapour can be emitted at the
exhaust on acceleration. This does not
affect the behaviour of the vehicle or the
environment.
In the event of misfiring, uneven
Selector lever operation
engine running, a reduction in engine
performance or other unusual problems,
have the cause of the fault rectified by
a workshop as soon as possible. In an
emergency, driving can be continued for
a short period, keeping vehicle speed
and engine speed low.
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Cleaning process not possible
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stays on, accompanied by an
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audible signal and a message, this
indicates that the exhaust filter additive
level is too low.
Electric drive unit
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The reservoir must be topped-up without
delay. Seek the assistance of a
workshop.
The vehicle uses an electric drive unit
with a 1-gear transmission.
Caution
Move the selector or press the respective
buttons.
Catalytic Converter
The catalytic converter reduces the
amount of harmful substances in the
exhaust gases.
If the vehicle seems to accelerate
slowly or not respond when you try
to go faster, do not continue your
journey. The electric drive unit could be
damaged. Consult a workshop as soon
as possible.
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Park mode
Reverse mode
Neutral mode
Automatic mode
Comfort mode
Warning
Fuel grades other than those listed on
pages ⇨ 223, ⇨ 282 could damage
the catalytic converter or electronic
components.
Unburnt fuel will overheat and damage
the catalytic converter.
Caution
Spinning the tyres or holding the
vehicle in one place on a hill using only
the accelerator pedal may damage the
After moving the selector it returns to the
centre position. The engaged mode is
indicated on the cluster.