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Correct and safe
Introductory notes for correct use
Read this Owner's Manual carefully, as proceeding
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in accordance with this manual is a prerequisite for
the correct use of the vehicle. This Owner's Manual
should therefore always be in the vehicle.
When using the vehicle, the generally binding legal
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provisions that are specific to the country must be
observed. Such as those for transporting children,
switching off airbags, using tyres, road traffic and
the like.
Do not exceed the maximum permissible weights
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and loads.
Do not exceed the maximum permissible roof load.
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Use the prescribed operating fluids.
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Drive on roads that meet the technical vehicle pa-
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rameters. Obstacles that exceed the ground clear-
ance of the vehicle
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hicle when driving over them.
Care must be taken during operations related to
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operation, maintenance and self-help to avoid
damage to the vehicle or injury. If required, seek
the help of a specialised garage.
All work on the vehicle's safety systems e.g. on the
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seatbelts or the airbag system, may only be carried
out by a specialist garage.
When using accessories, please note the instruc-
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tions in the accessory manufacturer's instruction
manual. These include child seats, roof racks, com-
pressors etc.
Please note the service intervals.
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New vehicle or new parts
New brake pads
New brake pads do not provide the optimum braking
effect during the first 200 km, they have to be worn
in first. Therefore, drive very carefully.
New tyres
New tyres do not have optimum grip for the first
500 km. Therefore, drive very carefully.
Regular checks
What should be taken into account before driving?
A vehicle with technical defects can increase the risk
of accidents and injuries.
Eliminate any defects before driving. If required,
seek the help of a specialised garage.
Pay special attention to the following points.
Is the tyre undamaged?
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Is the tyre tread sufficient?
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No improper vehicle adaptations
Improper changes and maintenance can cause mal-
functions and impair safety-related and other func-
tions of the vehicle.
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Keep sensors and cameras functional
Some functions of your vehicle are supported by
sensors and cameras on the inside and outside of the
vehicle.
Accessories installed on the vehicle rear, such as bi-
cycle carriers, can impair the function of the systems
and cameras.
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Engine compartment
Before opening the engine compartment flap
Risk of scalding! Do not open the engine compart-
ment flap if steam or coolant comes out of the en-
gine compartment.
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Is the tyre pressure sufficient?
Do the headlamps, brake and turn signals work?
Is the windscreen in good condition?
Is the brake fluid and coolant level OK?
Are the air outlet nozzles or air intake in front of
the windscreen free from obstruction?
Are the windscreen wiper and washer system and
windscreen wiper blades functional?
Is the windscreen washer fluid level sufficient?
Are the windscreen wiper blades in good condi-
tion?
Are all seatbelt system components in good work-
ing order? Are the seatbelts clean and have the
buckles been unclogged?
Is the spoiler working properly?
Are parts and components of the vehicle still visi-
bly attached?
Are there no stains or operating fluids under the
vehicle?
We recommend that adaptations, repairs and tech-
nical changes to the vehicle should only be carried
out by a specialist garage.
Do not cover the engine with additional insulation
material e.g. with a cover.
Do not cover or paste the sensors and cameras and
keep them clean.
If you suspect damaged sensors or cameras, use
the help of a specialist company.
Stop the engine and allow it to cool.
Remove the ignition key.
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