Mobile communication devices in the
vehicle
The vehicle maintains steering responsiveness.
You can still avoid any obstacles with a minimum
of steering effort.
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.◀
Objects in the area around the pedals
No objects in the area around the pedals
Keep floor mats, carpets, and any other
objects out of the area of motion of the pedals;
otherwise, the function of the pedals could be
impeded while driving
Do not place additional floor mats over existing
mats or other objects.
Hydroplaning
On wet or slushy roads, a wedge of water can
form between the tires and road surface.
Only use floor mats that have been approved for
the vehicle and can be properly fixed in place.
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
surface, ultimately undermining your ability to
steer and brake the vehicle.
Ensure that the floor mats are securely fastened
again after they were removed for cleaning, for
example.◀
Driving in wet conditions
Hydroplaning
When roads are wet or there is heavy rain, briefly
exert gentle pressure on the brake pedal every
few miles.
When driving on wet or slushy roads, re‐
duce your speed to prevent hydroplaning.◀
Ensure that this action does not endanger other
road users.
Driving through water
Drive though calm water only if it is not deeper
than 11.8 inches/30 cm and at this height, no
faster than walking speed, up to 6 mph/10 km/h.
The heat generated in this process helps dry the
brake discs and pads.
In this way braking efficiency will be available
when you need it.
Adhere to water depth and speed limita‐
tions
Hills
Do not exceed this water depth and walking
speed; otherwise, the vehicle's engine, the elec‐
trical systems and the transmission may be
damaged.◀
Drivelongorsteepdownhillgradientsinthegear
in which the least braking is required. Otherwise,
the brake system may overheat, resulting in a
reduction in the brake system efficiency.
Braking safely
Manual transmission:
Your vehicle is equipped with ABS as a standard
feature.
Automatic transmission/Sport automatic trans‐
mission*:
Applying the brakes fully is the most effective
way of braking in situations when this is neces‐
sary.
You can increase the engine's braking effect by
shifting down in the manual mode of the auto‐
matic transmission.
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