Things to remember when driving
Breaking-in
Clutch
The function of the clutch is only at its opti-
mized level after a distance driven of approx.
Moving parts need time to adjust to one
another. To ensure that your vehicle continues
to provide optimized economy of operation
throughout an extended service life, we request
that you devote careful attention to the follow-
ing section.
300
miles/500 km. During this break-in period,
engage the clutch gently.
After component replacement
You should also comply with these break-in
procedures should the components mentioned
above need to be replaced at a later point.
Engine and differential
Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km:
You should attempt to vary both vehicle and
engine speeds. Until the break-in period has
been completed, you should also refrain from
exceeding an engine speed of 4,500 rpm or a
driving speed of 100 mph/160 km/h.
General driving notes
Close the luggage compartment lid
Operate the vehicle only when the lug-
gage compartment lid is completely
closed. Otherwise, exhaust fumes could pene-
trate to the interior of the vehicle.<
Always obey all official speed limits.
Avoid full-throttle operation and use of the
transmission's kick-down mode during these
initial miles.
If special circumstances should make it abso-
lutely necessary to operate the vehicle with the
luggage compartment lid open:
Once you have driven 1,200 miles/2,000 km,
the engine and vehicle speeds can be gradually
increased.
1.
Coupe: close both windows and the glass
sunroof.
SMG Sequential manual transmission
Convertible: with closed top, close all win-
dows.
Do not use the acceleration assistant during the
break-in period, refer to page 59.
2.
Adjust the automatic climate control to sup-
ply a high air volume, refer to page 95.
Tires
Due to technical factors associated with their
manufacture, tires do not achieve their full trac-
tion potential until after an initial break-in
period. Therefore, drive reservedly during the
first 200 miles/300 km.
Hot exhaust system
As in all vehicles equipped with a catalytic
converter, extremely high temperatures
are generated in this vehicle. Do not remove the
heat shields installed adjacent to various sec-
tions of the exhaust system, and never apply
undercoating to them. When driving, standing
at idle and while parking, take care to avoid pos-
sible contact between the hot exhaust system
and any highly flammable materials such as hay,
leaves, grass, etc. Such contact could lead to a
fire, and with it the risk of serious property dam-
age as well as personal injury.<
Brake system
Brakes require an initial break-in period of
approx. 300 miles/500 km to achieve optimized
contact and wear patterns between brake pads
and rotors.
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| Model Year | 2005 |
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