Things to remember when driving
Break-in period
Saving fuel
Moving parts need breaking-in time to adjust to
each other. To ensure that your vehicle contin-
ues to provide optimized economy of operation
throughout an extended service life, we request
that you devote careful attention to the follow-
ing section.
The fuel consumption of your vehicle depends
on various factors. Through a few simple steps,
your driving style, and regular maintenance, you
can have a positive influence on your fuel con-
sumption and environmental impact.
Removing unnecessary cargo
Engine and differential
Additional weight increases fuel consumption.
Always obey all official speed limits.
Removing add-on parts after use
Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km
Remove unneeded auxiliary mirrors, roof or rear
luggage racks after use. Add-on parts attached
to the vehicle impede the aerodynamics and
increase the fuel consumption.
Drive at changing engine and vehicle speeds,
however do not exceed 4,500 rpm or 100 mph/
160
km/h.
Avoid full-throttle operation and use of the
transmission's kick-down mode during these
initial miles.
Closing windows and panorama glass
sunroof
An open panorama glass sunroof or open win-
dows likewise increase the drag coefficient and
therefore the fuel consumption.
From 1,200 miles/2,000 km
The engine and vehicle speed can gradually be
increased.
Check tire inflation pressures regularly
Tires
Check and correct the tire inflation pressure as
needed at least twice a month and before long
trips.
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.
An insufficient tire inflation pressure increases
the rolling resistance and thus increases the
fuel consumption and tire wear.
Brake system
Driving off immediately
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. Drive in a reserved manner during
this break-in period.
Do not allow the engine to warm up by leaving it
running while the vehicle remains stationary.
Instead, begin to drive at a moderate engine
speed. This is the fastest way for the cold
engine to reach its operating temperature.
Following part replacement
Thinking ahead when driving
Observe the break-in instructions again if com-
ponents mentioned above must be replaced
after subsequent driving operation.
Avoid unnecessary acceleration and braking.
To do so, maintain the appropriate distance
from the vehicle in front of you. An anticipatory
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