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Driving and operating
Caution
The deactivation of the AWD system
will be indicated by a message on the
Driver Information Centre.
Drive systems
All-wheel drive
The All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system
enhances driving characteristics and
stability, and helps to achieve the best
possible driveability regardless of
ground surface. The system is always
active and cannot be deactivated.
The torque is distributed steplessly
between the wheels of the front and
rear axle, depending on the driving
conditions. Additionally the torque
between the rear wheels is distributed
depending on the surface.
It is not advisable to drive with the
hand resting on the selector lever.
If a service message or warning
code S73 is displayed on the Driver
Information Centre, there is a
Gear shift indication 3 93.
Stop-start system 3 137.
malfunction in the AWD system. Seek
the assistance of a workshop.
Vehicle messages 3 102, Towing the
vehicle 3 211.
For optimum system performance,
the vehicle's tyres should not have
varying degrees of wear.
When using a temporary spare
wheel, the AWD system is
automatically disabled.
The AWD system will also be
temporarily disabled to protect the
system from overheating if there is
excessive wheel spin. When the
system cools down, AWD will be
restored.
