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.
shoes with platform soles
shoes with high heels
slippers
There is a risk of an accident.
If you switch off the ignition while driving, safety functions are restricted or no longer available.
This may affect the power steering system and the brake force boosting, for example.
You will need to use considerably more force to steer and brake, for example.
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.
When driving with a loaded roof luggage rack or trailer as well as with a fully laden or fully occupied vehicle, the vehicle's driving and steering characteristics change.
Do not exceed the permissible roof load and towing capacity. Also observe the technical data in the printed Owner's Manual.
Evenly distribute the roof load, and place heavy objects at the bottom. Also comply with the notes on loading the vehicle More.
Drive attentively, and avoid suddenly pulling away, braking and steering as well as rapid cornering.
The braking effect is limited on salt-treated roads.
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
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
Aquaplaning can take place once a certain amount of water has accumulated on the road surface.
reduce speed
avoid tyre ruts
avoid sudden steering movements
brake carefully
Also observe the notes on regularly checking wheels and tyres More.
Water which has entered the vehicle can damage the drive system, electrics and transmission.
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.