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However, this has no effect on the perform‐

ance and operational reliability of the brake.

Objects within the range of movement

of the pedals

No objects in the area around the pedals

Keep floor mats, carpets, and any other

objects out of the pedal area; otherwise, the

function of the pedals could be impeded while

driving and create the risk of an accident.

Do not place additional floor mats over existing

mats or other objects.

Only use floor mats that have been approved

for the vehicle and can be properly attached to

floor.

Ensure that the floor mats are securely fas‐

tened again after they were removed for clean‐

ing, e.g.◀

Driving in wet conditions

When roads are wet, salted, or in heavy rain,

press brake pedal ever so gently every few

miles.

Ensure that this action does not endanger

other traffic.

The heat generated in this process helps dry

the brake discs and pads.

In this way braking efficiency will be available

when you need it.

Hills

Avoid stressing the brakes

Avoid placing excessive stress on the

brake system. Light but consistent brake pres‐

sure can lead to high temperatures, brakes

wearing out and possibly even brake failure.◀

Do not drive in neutral

Do not drive in neutral or with the engine

stopped, as doing so disables engine braking.

In addition, steering and brake assist are un‐

available with the engine stopped.◀

Drive long or steep downhill gradients in the

gear that requires least braking efforts. Other‐

wise the brakes may overheat and reduce

brake efficiency.

You can increase the engine's braking effect

by shifting down, going all the way to first gear,

if needed.

Brake disc corrosion

Brake disc corrosion and contamination of the

brake pads are favored by:

▷ Low mileage.

▷ Extended periods when the vehicle is not

used at all.

▷ Infrequent use of the brakes.

Corrosion will built up when the maximum

pressure applied to the brake pads during

braking is not reached - thus discs don't get

cleaned.

Corrosion buildup on the brake discs will cause

a pulsating effect on the brakes in their re‐

sponse - generally that cannot be corrected.

Condensation under the parked

vehicle

When using the automatic climate control,

condensation water develops collecting under‐

neath the vehicle.

These traces of water under the vehicle are

normal.

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