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The engine may temporarily run less
smoothly.
surface, ultimately undermining your ability to
steer and brake the vehicle.
A somewhat higher engine speed may be
necessary to achieve the accustomed per‐
formance.
Hydroplaning
When driving on wet or slushy roads, re‐
duce your speed to prevent hydroplaning.◀
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Noises and a slight amount of smoke may
emerge from the exhaust, even for a short
period after the engine is switched off.
Driving through water
Drive though calm water only if it is not deeper
than 9.8 inches/25 cm and at this height no
faster than walking speed, up to 6 mph/10 km/h.
Climate control windshield
Adhere to water depth and speed limita‐
tions
Do not exceed this water depth and walking
speed; otherwise, the vehicle's engine, the elec‐
trical systems and the transmission may be
damaged.◀
Braking safely
Your vehicle is equipped with ABS as a standard
feature.
The marked area is not covered with infrared re‐
flective coating.
Applying the brakes fully is the most effective
way of braking in situations when this is neces‐
sary.
Use this area for garage door openers, devices
for electronic charge collection, etc.
Since the vehicle maintains steering respon‐
siveness. you can still avoid any obstacles with
a minimum of steering effort.
Mobile communication devices in the
vehicle
Mobile communication devices in the ve‐
hicle
Pulsation of the brake pedal and sounds from
the hydraulic circuits indicate that ABS is in its
active mode.
It is advised that you do not use mobile commu‐
nication devices, e.g., mobile phones, inside the
vehicle without connecting them directly to the
external antenna. Otherwise, the vehicle elec‐
tronics and mobile communication devices can
interfere with each other. In addition, there is no
assurance that the radiation generated during
transmission will be discharged from the vehicle
interior.◀
Driving in wet conditions
When roads are wet or there is heavy rain, briefly
exert gentle pressure on the brake pedal every
few miles.
Ensure that this action does not endanger other
road users.
The heat generated in this process helps dry the
brake discs and pads.
Hydroplaning
On wet or slushy roads, a wedge of water can
form between the tires and road surface.
In this way braking efficiency will be available
when you need it.
This phenomenon is referred to as hydroplan‐
ing. It is characterized by a partial or complete
loss of contact between the tires and the road
Hills
Drivelongorsteepdownhillgradientsinthegear
in which the least braking is required. Otherwise,
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