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With an anticipatory driving style, Glide mode
helps you to reduce fuel consumption.
Glide mode is characterized by the following:
The combustion engine is switched off
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depending on the driving situation. All of the
vehicle functions remain active.
Transmission position display h is shown in
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green.
Glide mode is activated if the following conditions
are met:
Drive program ; is selected.
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The speed is within a suitable range.
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The road's course is suitable, e.g. no steep
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uphill or downhill inclines or tight bends.
The state of charge of the battery is sufficient.
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You do not depress the accelerator or brake
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pedal (except for light brake applications).
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Glide mode can also be activated if you have
selected the "Eco" setting for the drive system
in drive program =.
Glide mode is deactivated again if one of the con-
ditions is no longer met.
Glide mode can also be prevented by the following
parameters:
Incline
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Downhill gradient
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Temperature
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Height
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Speed
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Operating condition of the engine
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Road and traffic conditions
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Function of the 4MATIC
4MATIC ensures that all four wheels are driven.
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Together with ESP
and 4ETS, 4MATIC improves
the traction of your vehicle whenever a driven
wheel spins due to insufficient traction.
If you fail to adapt your driving style, 4MATIC can
neither reduce the risk of an accident nor override
the laws of physics. 4MATIC cannot take account
of road, weather and traffic conditions. 4MATIC is
only an aid. You are responsible especially for
maintaining a safe distance from the vehicle in
Driving and parking 187
front, for vehicle speed, for braking in good time
and for staying in lane.
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In wintry driving conditions, the maximum
effect of 4MATIC can only be achieved if you
use winter tires (M+S tires), with snow chains
if necessary.
Refueling
Refueling the vehicle
& WARNING Risk of fire or explosion from
fuel
Fuels are highly flammable.
Fire, open flames, smoking and creating
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sparks must be avoided.
Before refueling, switch off the vehicle
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and, if installed, the stationary heater,
and leave them switched off during refu-
eling.
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