Driving precautions
Vehicle equipment
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐
cific and optional equipment available for the
model series. It may therefore describe equip‐
ment and functions which are not installed in
your vehicle, for example on account of the spe‐
cial equipment selected or the country specifica‐
tion. This also applies to safety-relevant func‐
tions and systems. Please comply with the
relevant laws and regulations when using the
corresponding functions and systems.
Running in
General
Moving parts need to adjust to each other.
The following notes will help to maximise the ve‐
hicle's lifetime and efficiency.
Do not use Launch Control when running in.
Safety note
WARNING
New parts and components can cause safety
and Driver Assistance Systems to respond with
a delay. There is a risk of accident. After new
parts have been installed or if the vehicle is
new, drive moderately and take action promptly
if necessary. Please comply with running-in
procedures for the corresponding parts and
components.
Engine, gearbox and differential
General
The revolution counter is available in SPORT
driving mode or in the M/S sport program.
Up to 2000 km, 1200 miles
Do not exceed the maximum engine revs and
speed:
▷ With petrol engines, 4500 rpm and 160 km/h,
100 mph.
Generally avoid kick-down and driving under full
load.
From 2000 km, 1200 miles onwards
Engine and road speeds can be gradually in‐
creased.
Tyres
Due to the manufacturing process, new tyres do
not achieve their full road grip immediately.
Drive moderately for the first 300 km, 200 miles.
Brake system
Brake discs and pads only achieve their full ef‐
fectiveness after approximately 500 km,
300 miles. Drive moderately during this running-
in period.
After fitting new parts
Please comply with the running-in procedures
again if the components previously referred to
are renewed.
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