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Braking
Whe n drivrng downhill for long stretches . use engine brak ing effect by engagrng a
low-speed gear .
Automatic brake ad1ustment on the rear axle drum brake:
The brake shoes are ad1usted automat ically dunng braking while the vehicle 1s
moving (secondary shoes are adjusted when the vehicle 1s mov ing forward and
primary shoes during reversing).
For this reason, app ly serv ice brake at intervals when reversing.
Parking
Engage hand brake when stopping and µarking the vehicle.
Vehicles equipped with MB automatic transmission: In addition to this, shift
selector lever to pos1t1on ,.P".
Secure a loaded vehicle or a vehicle parked for an extended per iod with at least
one chock to prevent it from rolling away.
Caution! On uphill or downhill gradients of more than 15 % :
- Secu re empty vehic le at front axle with a chock.
- Secure loaded vehicle at rear axle with a chock.
When parking a vehicle at nrght on public roads in built-up area, switch on
parking or stand ing lights.
Reflec tor panels can also be used for this purpose if permitted by law.
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