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Things to remember when driving
DRIVING TIPS
Things to remember when driving
Engine, transmission, and axle drive
Vehicle features and options
Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km
Do not exceed the maximum engine and road
speed:
This chapter describes model-specific equip-
ment, systems, and functions that are currently
available, or may become available in the fu-
ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
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With gasoline engine:4500 rpm and
100 mph/160 km/h.
Additional information:
Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
Avoid full throttle or kickdown under all circum-
stances.
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
The following instructions will help you to ach-
ieve a long vehicle life and good efficiency.
Tire traction is not optimal due to manufactur-
ing circumstances when tires are brand new.
During break-in, do not use the Launch Con-
trol.
Drive conservatively for the first
200 miles/300 km.
Safety information
Brake system
Brake disks and brake pads must be run in to
avoid possible brake noise. Drive cautiously for
the first approx. 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. After in-
stalling new parts or with a new vehicle, drive
conservatively and intervene early if neces-
sary. Observe the break-in procedures of the
respective parts and components.
Following part replacement
Observe the break-in procedures again if com-
ponents mentioned above are replaced.
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Hot exhaust system
General driving notes
Warning
Closing the trunk lid
High temperatures can occur underneath the
body, for instance caused by the exhaust
system, while driving. Contact with the ex-
haust system can cause burns. There is a risk
of injury. Do not touch the exhaust system,
including the exhaust pipe, when hot.
Safety information
Warning
An open trunk lid protrudes from the vehicle
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 water may enter
the vehicle interior. There is a risk of injury or
risk of damage to property. Do not drive with
the trunk lid open.
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 hazard.
Do not remove the heat shields installed 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 parking.
Driving with the trunk lid open
If the vehicle still needs to be driven with the
trunk lid open:
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Close all windows and the glass sunroof.
Greatly increase the blower output.
Drive moderately.
Exhaust gas particulate filter
Fasten the trunk lid, e.g., with a tensioning
belt.
Principle
The exhaust gas particulate filter collects soot
particles. The soot particles are burned at high
temperatures to clean the exhaust gas particu-
late filter as necessary.
Ice on window glass
NOTICE
General information
During several minutes of cleaning the follow-
ing may occur:
The window will be lowered slightly when
pulling on the door handle. In the event of
frost, the window may be frozen solid and
may not be able to be lowered. There is a risk
of damage to property. When pulling on the
door handle, make sure that the window is
lowered. If necessary, remove snow and ice
from the window. Do not open the door with
force.
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Temporarily, the engine may run less
smoothly.
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A somewhat higher RPM is necessary to
reach usual power development.
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A slight smoke formation coming from the
exhaust system, even after the engine is
switched off.
an external antenna or the Personal eSIM in
order to prevent mutual interference and to
deflect radiation from the vehicle interior.
Noises such as those caused by the radia-
tor fan running, even several minutes after
the engine is switched off.
Aquaplaning
On wet or slushy roads, a wedge of water can
form between the tires and road surface.
Overrun of the radiator fan for several minutes
is normal even after short trips.
This phenomenon is referred to as aquaplan-
ing. It is characterized by a partial or complete
loss of contact between the tires and the road
surface, ultimately undermining your ability to
steer and brake the vehicle.
Condensation detected in drive system
Various drive profiles ensure that the drive sys-
tem functions properly. A driving style with
consistently low loads can negatively affect
overall functionality (e.g., condensation forma-
tion in the drive system). Occasionally running
the engine longer with higher loads can coun-
teract this.
Driving through water
General information
When driving through water, follow the follow-
ing:
The next time you drive outside of town, pro-
ceed as follows for around 30 minutes:
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Only drive through when the combustion
engine is running.
For a gasoline engine:
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Deactivate the speed control system.
Activate Sport program.
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Prevent the combustion engine from shut-
ting down, e.g., by deactivating Auto Start/
Stop.
If possible, drive at varying speeds.
Additional information:
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Drive through calm water only.
Steptronic transmission, refer to page 114.
Drive through water only up to a maximum
height of 9.8 inches/25 cm.
Vehicle laminated glass
The vehicle laminated glass provides complete
protection against the harmful effects of ultra-
violet radiation on the skin.
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Drive through water at a maximum of walk-
ing speed, up to 3 mph/5 km/h.
Safety information
Mobile radio in the vehicle
NOTICE
When driving too quickly through deep water,
the water can penetrate the engine compart-
ment, the electrical system, or the transmis-
sion. 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.
Warning
Vehicle electronics and mobile communica-
tion devices can influence one another. There
is radiation due to the transmission oper-
ations of mobile communication devices.
There is a risk of injury or risk of damage
to property. If possible, in the car's interior
only use mobile communication devices such
as mobile phones with a direct connection to
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Ensure that this action does not endanger
other road users.
Braking safely
General information
The vehicle is equipped with an Antilock Brak-
ing System as a standard feature.
The heat generated while braking dries brake
disks and brake pads and protects them
against corrosion.
In this way the brake power will be available
when you need it.
Perform emergency braking when appropriate.
To achieve the best possible braking assis-
tance, do not reduce the pressure on the brake
pedal during full braking.
Hills
Steering is still responsive. You can still avoid
any obstacles with a minimum of steering
movement.
General information
Drive long or steep downhill gradients in the
gear that requires least braking effort. Other-
wise, the brake system may overheat and re-
duce braking effect.
The pulsation of the brake pedal and sounds
from the hydraulic circuits indicate that the An-
tilock Braking System is in its active mode.
You can increase the engine braking effect by
downshifting, going all the way to first gear, if
needed.
In certain braking situations, the perforated
brake disks can emit function-related noises.
However, function-related noises have no ef-
fect on the performance and operational relia-
bility of the brake.
Safety information
Objects in the travel path of the pedals
Warning
Light but consistent pressure on the brake
pedal can lead to high temperatures, brake
wear and possibly even brake system failure.
There is a risk of accident. Avoid placing ex-
cessive stress on the brake system.
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 can-
not 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 fastened again after they
were removed, for instance for cleaning.
Warning
In Neutral or with drive-ready state switched
off, safety functions, for instance engine brak-
ing effect, braking assistance and steering
assistance, may be restricted or not availa-
ble. There is a risk of accident. Do not at-
tempt to drive in idle state or with drive-ready
state switched off.
Driving in wet conditions
In case of wet roads, exposure to road salt or
in heavy rain, gently depress the brake pedal
every few kilometers.
Brake disk corrosion
Corrosion on the brake disks and contamina-
tion on the brake pads are increased by the
following circumstances:
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Low mileage.
Extended stationary periods.
Infrequent use of the brakes.
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.
Fold the cover outward.
Condensation water under the
parked vehicle
When using the automatic climate control, con-
densation water develops and collects under-
neath the vehicle.
Installation
Follow the assembly instructions for the roof
bars.
Be sure that adequate clearance is maintained
for tilting and opening the glass sunroof.
Roof bars
Loading
Because luggage racks raise the vehicle's cen-
ter of gravity when loaded, they have a ma-
jor effect on vehicle handling and steering re-
sponse.
General information
Roof racks are available as optional accesso-
ries.
When loading and driving, note the following:
Safety information
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Do not exceed the approved roof/axle
weights and the approved gross vehicle
weight.
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 vehicle tipping in crit-
ical driving situations. There may be a risk of
accidents or risk of damage to property. Drive
with roof load only with activated Dynamic
Stability Control.
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Distribute the roof load uniformly.
The roof load should not extend past the
loading area.
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Always place the heaviest pieces on the
bottom.
Secure the roof luggage firmly, for instance
using luggage straps.
Do not let objects project into the swiveling
range of the trunk lid.
Roof strip with flaps
The mounting points are located in the roof
strip above the doors.
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. 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 ve-
hicle and may affect your warranty coverage.
Please consult the “New Vehicle Limited War-
ranty” Booklet for further information on war-
ranty matters.
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