STARTING AND DRIVING
* Option/accessory.
436
Settings for level control*
Switch off the level control when the car is to be
jacked up in order to prevent problems with
automatic regulation.
Settings in the centre display
Disable Leveling Control
In certain cases, the function must be deacti-
vated, e.g. before the car is raised with a jack*.
The difference in level created when lifting with a
jack would otherwise mean the automatic control
starting to adjust the height, creating an unde-
sired effect.
Deactivating the function via the centre display:
1.
Press
Settings in the top view.
2. Press My Car Parking Brake and
Suspension
.
3.
Select
Disable Leveling Control.
Related information
•
Level control* and shock absorption (p. 434)
•
Recommendations for loading (p. 559)
Economical driving
Drive economically and in a more eco-friendly
way by driving gently and anticipating situations.
Adapt your driving style and speed to the prevail-
ing situation.
Note the following:
•
For lower fuel consumption, activate
Eco
drive mode.
•
Use the Eco Coast freewheel function in
Eco
drive mode – engine braking ceases, mean-
ing that the car's kinetic energy is used to
freewheel for longer distances
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•
When driving with manual gear changing –
drive in the highest gear possible, adapted to
the current traffic situation and road – lower
engine speeds result in lower fuel consump-
tion. Use the gear shift indicator.
•
Drive at a steady speed and keep a good dis-
tance to other vehicles and objects to mini-
mise braking.
•
High speed results in increased fuel con-
sumption - the wind resistance increases
with speed.
•
Trip computer indication for instantaneous
fuel consumption can be helpful for driving
more economically.
•
Do not run the engine to operating tempera-
ture at idling speed, but rather drive with a
normal load right after starting – a cold
engine consumes more fuel than a warm
one.
•
If possible, avoid using the car for driving
short distances. The engine does not have
time to reach normal operating temperature,
which contributes to increased fuel con-
sumption.
•
Use engine braking to slow down, when it
can take place without risk to other road
users.
•
Drive with the correct air pressure in the
tyres and check this regularly - select ECO
tyre pressure for best results.
•
Choice of tyres can affect fuel consumption -
seek advice on suitable tyres from a retailer.
•
Remove unnecessary items from the car -
the greater the load the higher the consump-
tion.
•
A roof load and space box increase wind
resistance, leading to higher consumption -
remove the load carriers when not in use.
•
Avoid driving with open windows.
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Applies to automatic gearbox.
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