Mobile radio in the vehicle
WARNING
There is a possibility of reciprocal interference
between the vehicle electronics and mobile
radio devices. Radiation is generated when mo‐
bile radio devices are transmitting. There is a
risk of injury or material damage. If possible,
only use mobile radio devices, for example mo‐
bile telephones, inside the vehicle if they are
connected directly to an external aerial in order
to eliminate reciprocal interference and to divert
the radiation away from the vehicle's interior.
Aquaplaning
On wet or slushy roads, a water wedge can form
between the tyres and the road.
This phenomenon is known as aquaplaning and
can cause the tyre to lose contact partially or fully
with the road surface, meaning that the vehicle
can neither be steered, nor the brakes properly
applied.
Driving through water
General
Please comply with the following when driving
through water:
▷ Deactivate the Automatic Start/Stop function.
▷ Only drive through still water.
▷ Only drive through water up to a max. depth
of 25 cm, 9.8 in.
▷ Drive through water at a walking speed of no
more than 5 km/h, 3 mph.
Safety note
NOTE
Driving through excessively deep water too fast
can result in water getting under the front flap
or into the electrical system or transmission.
There is a risk of material damage. When driv‐
ing through water, do not exceed the maximum
water depth and speed specified above.
Safe braking
General
The vehicle is equipped with an Anti-lock Brak‐
ing System ABS as standard.
Perform full braking in situations that require it.
The vehicle remains steerable. Steer as
smoothly as possible to avoid any obstacles.
A pulsing of the brake pedal and hydraulic regu‐
lating sounds indicate that the Anti-lock Braking
System ABS is functioning.
In certain braking situations, the perforated brake
discs can cause functional noise. However, the
functional noises have no effect on the efficiency
and operational safety of the brake.
Objects in the movement range of the
pedals
WARNING
Objects in the driver's footwell can restrict the
pedal travel or block a pedal that has been
pressed. There is a risk of accident. Ensure that
items in the vehicle are stowed securely and
cannot get into the driver's footwell. Only use
floor mats that are suitable for the vehicle and
can be securely fastened to the floor. Do not
use loose floor mats, and do not place several
floor mats on top of one another. Make sure
that there is sufficient space for the pedals. En‐
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