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  • SUV
  • 02/2021
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Notes on driving
WARNING Risk of accident due to objects in the driver's footwell

Objects in the driver's footwell may impede pedal travel or block a depressed pedal.

This jeopardises the operating and road safety of the vehicle.

Stow all objects in the vehicle securely so that they cannot get into the driver's footwell.
Always fit the floor mats securely and as prescribed in order to ensure that there is always sufficient room for the pedals.
Do not use loose floor mats and do not place floor mats on top of one another.
WARNING Risk of accident due to incorrect footwear
Incorrect footwear includes, for example:

  • shoes with platform soles

  • shoes with high heels

  • slippers

Always wear suitable footwear so that you can operate the pedals safely.
WARNING Risk of accident if the ignition is switched off while driving

If you switch off the ignition while driving, safety functions are restricted or no longer available.

You will then need, for example, to use considerably more force to steer and brake.

Do not switch off the ignition while driving.
WARNING Risk of accident due to the brake system overheating

If you leave your foot on the brake pedal when driving, the brake system may overheat.

This increases the braking distance and the brake system may even fail.

Never use the brake pedal as a footrest.
Do not depress the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal at the same time while driving.
Notes on driving on salt-treated roads

The braking effect is limited on salt-treated roads.

Therefore, observe the following notes:

  • due to salt build-up on the brake disks and brakepads, the braking distance can increase considerably or result in braking only on one side

  • maintain a much greater safe distance to the vehicle in front

To remove salt build-up:

  • brake occasionally while paying attention to the traffic conditions

  • carefully depress the brake pedal at the end of the journey and when starting the next journey

Notes on aquaplaning

Aquaplaning can take place once a certain amount of water has accumulated on the road surface.

Observe the following notes during heavy precipitation or in conditions in which aquaplaning may occur:

  • reduce speed

  • avoid tyre ruts

  • avoid sudden steering movements

  • brake carefully

Also observe the notes on regularly checking wheels and tyres More.

Notes on driving through water on the road surface

Water which has entered the vehicle can damage the drive system, electrics and transmission.

Observe the following if you must drive through water:

  • The water, when calm, may only reach the lower edge of the vehicle body.

  • Drive at walking pace at most; water can otherwise enter the vehicle interior.

  • Vehicles travelling in front, or oncoming vehicles, can create waves which may exceed the maximum permissible depth of the water.

The braking effect of the brakes is reduced after fording. Brake carefully while paying attention to the traffic conditions until braking power has been fully restored.

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