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Driving precautions

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With petrol engine4500 rpm and 160 km/h,

approx. 100 mph.

Vehicle equipment

With diesel engine3500 rpm and 150 km/h,

approx. 93 mph.

This chapter describes equipment, systems

and functions which are offered or may be of-

fered in future on a model-specific basis, even

if they are not included in the vehicle in ques-

tion.

Generally avoid kickdown and driving under full

load.

From 2000 km, 1200 miles onwards

For further information:

Rotational speed and vehicle speed can be

gradually increased.

Vehicle equipment, see page 8.

Running-in instructions

Tyres

Due to the manufacturing process, new tyres

do not achieve their full road grip immediately.

General

Drive moderately for the first 300 km,

200 miles.

Moving parts need to adjust to each other.

The following notes will help to maximise the

vehicle's lifetime and efficiency.

Brake system

Do not use Launch Control when running in.

Brake discs and brake pads must be run in

to avoid effects that can lead to brake noise.

Drive moderately for the first 500 km, approx.

300 miles.

Safety information

WARNING

After fitting new parts

Please comply with the running-in procedures

again if the components previously referred to

are renewed.

New parts and components can cause safety

and driver assistance systems to respond

with a delay. There is a risk of accident. After

new parts have been installed or if the vehi-

cle is new, drive moderately and take action

promptly if necessary. Please comply with

running-in procedures for the corresponding

parts and components.

Driving on poor road

surfaces

Engine, transmission and

differential

Principle

The increased ground clearance means that

the vehicle can be driven on different types of

road surfaces with different properties.

Up to 2000 km, 1200 miles

Do not exceed the maximum rotational speed

and vehicle speed:

All-wheel drive can help to improve drive.

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Safety information

General driving notes

NOTICE

Closing the tailgate

Objects on unpaved surfaces, for example

stones or branches, can damage the vehicle.

There is a risk of material damage. Do not

drive on unpaved surfaces.

Safety information

WARNING

When open, the tailgate protrudes above the

vehicle and in the event of an accident, or

when braking or taking avoidance manoeu-

vre, can endanger vehicle occupants and

other road users or damage the vehicle.

There is also a risk of exhaust fumes entering

the vehicle interior. There is a danger of injury

or material damage. Do not drive with the

tailgate open.

When driving on poor road surfaces

For your own safety and the safety of passen-

gers and vehicle, note the following:

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Familiarise yourself with the vehicle before

starting a journey.

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Do not take any risks when driving.

Adjust speed to the road conditions. 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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For trips on steep gradients: top up the

engine oil and coolant almost to the max.

mark.

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Close all the windows and the glass sun-

roof.

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Do not allow the vehicle body or underbody

to come into contact with the ground.

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Adjust the blower output to a high setting.

Maintain a moderate speed.

If wheels are spinning, press the accelera-

tor pedal enough that driving stability con-

trol systems can distribute driving power to

the wheels.

Secure the tailgate, e.g. with a tensioning

belt.

After driving on poor road surfaces

Hot exhaust system

To maintain driving safety, check the wheels

and tyres for damage after driving on poor

road surfaces. Remove any coarse dirt from

the body.

WARNING

High temperatures may occur under the vehi-

cle body during driving, for example because

of the exhaust system. Contact with the ex-

haust system may cause burns. There is a

danger of injury. Do not touch the hot ex-

haust system, including the exhaust pipe.

After the body or vehicle floor have come

into contact with the ground have the vehicle

checked at an authorised Service Partner or

another qualified Service Partner or a specialist

workshop.

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WARNING

Cleaning the exhaust gas particulate

filter while driving

If flammable materials, for example leaves or

grass, come into contact with hot parts of the

exhaust system, these materials can catch

fire. There is a risk of fire and injury. Never

remove the heat shields installed in this area

or apply underbody protection to them. Make

sure that when driving, idling or parking, no

flammable materials can come into contact

with hot vehicle parts.

The diesel particulate filter has a self-clean-

ing feature. No further action is required, such

as adjusting your driving style.

Vehicle laminated glass

The laminated glass offers full protection

against the harmful effects of UV light on the

skin.

Radio signals

Exhaust gas particulate filter

WARNING

Principle

Certain vehicle functions may be affected by

interference from high-frequency radio sig-

nals. Such signals are output from a series

of transmission systems, for example from

air traffic beacons or relay stations for mobile

telecommunications.

The exhaust gas particulate filter traps soot

particles. The soot particles are burned at high

temperatures to clean the exhaust gas particu-

late filter as when required.

General

We recommend you consult your Service

Partner should you experience any difficul-

ties.

The cleaning process takes a few minutes,

during which the following may occur:

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The engine may temporarily run a little

roughly.

Mobile radio in the vehicle

A slightly higher rotational speed may be

required to achieve the usual power output.

WARNING

Fuel consumption may increase. The in-

creased fuel consumption is shown as the

mean value in the current consumption dis-

play.

There is a possibility of reciprocal interfer-

ence between the vehicle electronics and

mobile radio devices. Radiation is generated

when mobile radio devices are transmitting.

There is a danger of injury or material dam-

age. If possible, only use mobile radio devi-

ces, for example mobile phones, inside the

vehicle if they are connected directly to an

external aerial or personal eSIM in order to

eliminate reciprocal interference and to divert

the radiation away from the vehicle interior.

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There may be a small amount of smoke

from the exhaust system, even after stop-

ping the engine.

Noise, for example from radiator fan oper-

ation, may be heard, even some minutes

after stopping the engine.

It is normal for the radiator fan to keep running

for several minutes, even after short journeys.

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Aquaplaning

Safe braking

On wet or slushy roads, a water wedge can

form between the tyres and the road.

General

The vehicle is equipped with an Anti-lock Brak-

ing System as standard.

This phenomenon is known as aquaplaning

and can cause the tyre to lose contact partially

or fully with the road surface, meaning that the

vehicle can neither be steered, nor the brakes

properly applied.

Perform full braking in situations that require it.

In order to achieve the best possible braking

force assistance, do not reduce the pressure

on the brake pedal during full braking.

Driving through water

The vehicle remains steerable. Steer as

smoothly as possible to avoid any obstacles.

General

Hydraulic regulating sounds indicate that the

anti-lock braking system is regulating.

Please comply with the following when driving

through water:

In certain braking situations, the perforated

brake discs can cause functional noise. How-

ever, the functional noises have no effect on

the efficiency and operational safety of the

brake.

With pre-heating:

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Deactivate the Automatic Start/Stop func-

tion.

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Only drive through still water.

Only drive through water up to a max.

depth of 25 cm, 9.8 in.

Objects in the movement range of the

pedals

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Drive through water at a walking speed of

no more than 5 km/h, 3 mph.

WARNING

Without pre-heating:

Objects in the driver's footwell can restrict the

pedal travel or block a pedal that has been

pressed. There is a risk of accident. Ensure

that items in the vehicle are stowed securely

and cannot get into the driver's footwell. Only

use floor mats that are suitable for the ve-

hicle and can be securely fastened to the

floor. Do not use loose floor mats, and do

not place several floor mats on top of one an-

other. Make sure that there is sufficient space

for the pedals. Ensure that floor mats are se-

curely reattached after removal, for example

for cleaning.

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Deactivate the Automatic Start/Stop func-

tion.

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Only drive through still water.

Only drive through water up to a max.

depth of 50 cm, 19.6 inches.

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Drive through water at a walking speed of

no more than 5 km/h, 3 mph.

Safety information

NOTICE

Driving too quickly through excessively deep

water can cause water to enter the engine

compartment, electrical system or transmis-

sion. There is a risk of material damage.

When driving through water, do not exceed

the maximum water depth and maximum

speed specified above.

Pedal feel when driving off

When drive-ready state is switched on from

rest state, an unfamiliar pedal feel can occur,

for example short or long pedal travel. Once

you have completely released the brake pedal,

the pedal feel will be back to normal.

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Wet roads

Corrosion of the brake disc

In wet weather, road salt exposure and in

heavy rain, apply the brakes lightly every few

kilometres/miles.

Corrosion of the brake discs and contamina-

tion of the brake pads increase in the following

circumstances:

Ensure that you do not obstruct other road

users when doing so.

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Low mileage.

Extended stationary periods when the vehi-

cle is not used.

The heat generated by braking dries the

brake discs and brake pads and protects them

against corrosion.

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Infrequent use of the brakes.

Aggressive, acidic or alkaline cleaning

agents.

This helps to maintain braking power so that it

is available immediately when needed.

During braking, corroded brake discs may

cause juddering which usually cannot be elimi-

nated.

Downhill gradient

General

Condensation when vehicle is

parked

When the automatic air conditioning is oper-

ating, condensation develops and exits under-

neath the vehicle.

When driving on long or steep downhill

stretches, use the gear in which the least brak-

ing is required. Otherwise the brake system

can overheat and the braking effect is reduced.

Engine braking effect can be additionally in-

creased by manually shifting down, even into

first gear where required.

Pennant holder

Safety information

NOTICE

WARNING

When a pennant is attached, damage can be

caused to the vehicle, to the pennant holder

and to the pennant itself at high speeds.

There is a risk of material damage. Do not

exceed a speed of 130 km/h, 80 mph. Re-

move the pennant before driving at high

speeds.

Even slight but continuous pressure on the

brake pedal can cause overheating, brake

wear or even brake system failure. There is

a risk of accident. Avoid excessive loads on

the brake.

WARNING

When idling or with drive-ready state

switched off, safety-relevant functions, for ex-

ample, engine braking effect or steering and

braking force assistance, are either restricted

or not available at all. There is a risk of ac-

cident. Do not drive in idle or with the drive-

ready state switched off.

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Make sure that there is sufficient space to raise

and open the glass sunroof.

Overview

Loaded roof bars change the driving and

steering behaviour of the vehicle by shifting the

centre of gravity.

Therefore when loading and driving, bear the

following in mind:

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Do not exceed the permitted roof and axle

load or the permitted total weight.

The pennant holder is located on the side of

the vehicle.

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Distribute the roof load evenly.

The roof load must not be spread over too

large an area.

Fitting

1. Remove the protective cap.

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Place heavy items of luggage at the bot-

tom.

2. Insert the pennant horizontally.

Securely fasten the luggage, for example

with tensioning straps.

3. Rotate the pennant through 90° clockwise

to lock the pennant in place.

Do not allow objects to protrude into the

swing range of the tailgate.

Roof bars

Drive cautiously and avoid driving off and

braking suddenly or fast cornering.

General

Installation is only possible with roof rails.

Driving on a racing track

Roof racks are available as optional accesso-

ries.

WARNING

Safety information

The vehicle is not designed for use in M Sport

competitions or similar. There is a risk of

accident. Do not use the vehicle in M Sport

competitions or similar.

WARNING

When driving with a roof load, for example

with roof bars, the higher centre of gravity

can mean that driving safety is no longer

guaranteed in critical driving situations. There

is a risk of accident or material damage.

Driving with roof load only with activated Dy-

namic Stability Control.

The higher mechanical and thermal loads in-

volved when driving on racing tracks lead to

increased wear. This wear is not covered by

the warranty.

Before and after driving on a racing track, have

the vehicle checked at an authorised Service

Partner or another qualified Service Partner or

a specialist workshop.

Fitting

Follow the installation instructions for the roof

rack.

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