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steering angle display, coolant temperature display, altimeter (country-dependent).

steering angle display, altimeter (country-dependent), compass

Off-road display on the home screen

A reduced view of the off-road displays is shown on the home screen.

The tile can be restored in the off-road display settings.

The example stated in this chapter must be understood as general guidelines that are intended to help the driver to drive safely when

driving offroad. However, it is not possible to predict whether these guidelines will be valid for all situations that could occur. Before

driving in unknown terrain, it is crucial to obtain knowledge about the characteristics of the terrain ahead. This will enable you to

assess potential danger in advance. The driver is responsible for deciding whether the vehicle is suitable for the terrain in question and

whether it is possible to drive across the terrain.

Driving offroad demands different skills and driving styles in comparison to driving on roads.

The vehicle is not built for “expedition-type” travel.

The driver can use 4MOTION Active Control to activate a variety of vehicle settings in an all-wheel drive vehicle as required (→ Driving

profile selection).

Switch off the driver assist and parking systems when driving offroad.

Checklist

Before every journey, the following steps should be taken in order to be able to drive and control the vehicle away from surfaced roads:

Observe the general safety notes for driving off-road (→ Offroad driving).

Fold in or remove the ball coupling.

Adjust the seat position so that you have a good view to the front. Fasten seat belts (→ Sitting position).

Always wear suitable, well-fitting shoes that provide good grip for your feet when using the pedals.

A responsible driver should respect the environment when driving offroad. Remember that driving through undergrowth and

on meadows can destroy animal and plant habitats.

Leaking service fluids due to vehicle damage can pollute the environment. Spilt service fluids must be collected and

disposed of properly and with respect for the environment.

Take suitable accessories and equipment with you when driving offroad.

WARNING

ABS and ESC is not a substitute for the full attention of the driver. These systems were developed exclusively for driving on surfaced

roads and operate only within the overall limits of the respective system. ABS and ESC are not suitable for offroad driving. If you do

not pay due attention, there is a risk of accidents and serious or even fatal injuries.

● Always pay due attention and do not rely exclusively on the systems. The driver is always responsible for all driving tasks.

● Always adjust your speed and driving style to suit the terrain conditions. Difficult ground conditions can lead to vehicle instability

in spite of ABS and switched-on ESC, for example when braking hard or in bends.

WARNING

Driving offroad can be difficult and dangerous and lead to critical driving situations for the vehicle occupants. Such situations can

lead to loss of control over the vehicle, damage to the vehicle, vehicle breakdown far away from any assistance and also to accidents

and serious or fatal injuries.

● Never choose a dangerous route and do not take any risks.

● Turn around and choose another route if you are not able to continue or if you are unsure about the safety of the route.

● Explore the terrain on foot beforehand, even if it appears that driving over it is straightforward.

● Drive particularly carefully and think ahead when driving offroad.

● Never drive faster than the current terrain, road conditions, traffic and weather allow.

WARNING

Driving over embankments, ramps or slopes at an excessive speed can lead to the vehicle losing contact with the ground. If the

wheels are not pointing straight ahead when the vehicle lands, it could roll over. This can cause you to lose control of the vehicle and

lead to accidents and serious or fatal injuries.

● Do not drive at excessive speeds when driving offroad.

● Always keep the front wheels in the straight-ahead position if the vehicle should lift off the ground.

WARNING

Sport utility vehicles have a higher centre of gravity and therefore have a higher risk of rolling over when driving than a normal on-

road vehicle that is unsuited for offroad driving (→ Offroad driving). This can cause accidents and serious or fatal injuries.

● Make sure that all vehicle occupants have fastened their seat belts. In the event of an accident, vehicle occupants not wearing seat

belts are subjected to a considerably higher risk of fatal injury than those wearing seat belts.

● Never drive too fast, particularly when driving through bends.

● Do not carry out any extreme driving manoeuvres.

● Always adjust your speed and driving style to suit the terrain conditions.

WARNING

Luggage and other items transported on the roof of the vehicle raise the centre of gravity and will make the vehicle more likely to roll

over. This can cause accidents and serious or fatal injuries.

● Always stow luggage and other objects in the luggage compartment if possible. Stow heavy luggage and objects as low down as

possible.

WARNING

Sections of terrain that appear harmless can be very dangerous and result in danger for the vehicle occupants. Potholes, hollows,

ditches, precipices, obstacles, shallows, soft and boggy surfaces are often not recognisable as such and can be covered either fully or

partly by snow, water, grass or branches lying on the ground. Driving over such sections of terrain can lead to the vehicle breaking

down, accidents and serious or fatal injuries.

● Check any unknown sections of the route on foot carefully before driving through them.

● Never choose unsafe routes and do not take any risks.

● Turn around and choose another route if you are unsure about the safety of the route.

● Always adjust your speed and driving to match vehicle load levels and terrain, visibility and weather conditions.

WARNING

Driving at an angle across slopes can be dangerous. The combined centre of gravity of the vehicle and its payload (vehicle occupants

and payload) can shift and cause the vehicle to roll over and roll down the incline. This can result in damage to the vehicle and cause

accidents and serious or fatal injuries.

● Always avoid traversing a slope (→ Traversing a slope).

● Always leave the vehicle calmly by the doors that are facing up the slope (→ Traversing a slope).

● Never leave the vehicle by the doors that are facing down the slope if the vehicle stops on a slope and is tilted sideways.

WARNING

The driver assist systems were designed for use on surfaced roads only. The driver assist systems are not suited to driving offroad and

therefore may even be dangerous. This can cause you to lose control of the vehicle and lead to accidents and serious or fatal injuries.

● Never use the driver assist systems when driving offroad.

WARNING

Driving the vehicle when the fuel level is too low could lead to your vehicle breaking down offroad. If the engine stutters or stalls due

to low fuel or irregular fuel supply, the steering and brake support systems will not operate. This can cause accidents and serious or

fatal injuries.

● Fill up with sufficient fuel before driving offroad.

NOTICE

Any rain entering the vehicle when the windows or glass roof are open can soak the interior equipment and cause damage to the

vehicle.

● Always keep the windows and glass roof closed when driving offroad.

Illustration: gradient angle.

Illustration: inclination angle.

Centre of gravity

The centre of gravity of a vehicle influences its propensity to roll over. The vehicle has a higher ground clearance and therefore a

higher centre of gravity than “normal” road vehicles so that it can be driven offroad. The higher centre of gravity means that

there is a greater danger of roll-over when driving. Always remember this fact when driving and follow the safety tips and

warnings given in this owner's manual.

Ground clearance

This is the vertical distance between the road surface and the lowest point on the vehicle underbody.

Gradient

Indication of gradient that the vehicle can drive up under its own power. The number of metres in height gained over a distance

of 100 m (approx. 330 ft) (uphill gradient) is specified as a percentage or in degrees → Fig. 1. The maximum gradient angle that

the vehicle can overcome depends among other things on the road surface and engine power.

Inclination

Maximum angle at which the vehicle may be driven across a slope without the vehicle tipping over (dependent on the centre of

gravity) → Fig. 2.

Breakover angle

Maximum permitted angle given in degrees that a vehicle driven at low speed can drive over a ramp without the underbody of

the vehicle touching the ramp.

Ramp angle

Transition from the horizontal level surface to a gradient, or from a gradient back to the level surface. Maximum permitted angle

given in degrees that a vehicle can clear a ramp without the underbody of the vehicle touching the ramp.

Fall line

This is the vertical drop route.

Articulation

The vehicle's torsional flexibility when driving over objects with just one side of the vehicle.

Checklist

To ensure your own safety and the safety of your passengers, observe the following points before driving offroad:

Inform yourself sufficiently about the nature of the terrain ahead before you drive into the terrain.

Fill the tank up to the maximum capacity. Fuel consumption is considerably higher offroad.

Check whether the tyre tread of all tyres and the tyre type are suitable for the planned offroad trip.

Check and adjust the tyre pressure for all tyres.

Check engine oil level and refill engine oil as necessary. Oil will still reach the engine even when the vehicle is tilted only if the

engine oil level is sufficient.

Completely refill the washer fluid reservoir with water and washer fluid.

Stow luggage in the vehicle as evenly and as low as possible. Secure all loose items.

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