the system. Clean the brakes after driving off-
road. If you then notice reduced braking effect
or hear scraping noises, have the brake system
checked at a qualified specialist workshop.
Adjust your driving style to the changed braking
characteristics.
*
NOTE Damage caused by driving over
obstacles
The vehicle can be damaged by:
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Driving up on high curbs or unpaved
roads.
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Quickly driving over obstacles such as
curbs, speed bumps or potholes.
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Heavy objects hitting the underbody or
chassis components.
#
Do not drive over obstacles that could
damage the vehicle.
#
Check the vehicle regularly for damage
during off-road driving.
#
Adjust the vehicle speed to suit the
road surface conditions.
#
If there is damage, consult a qualified
specialist workshop immediately.
+
ENVIRONMENTAL NOTE Environmental
damage due to non-observance of pro‐
hibition signs
Environmental protection has priority. Treat
nature with respect.
#
Be sure to observe prohibition signs.
Checklist before driving off-road
Check the following points before driving off-
road:
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Fuel level
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Engine oil level: fill the engine oil up to the
maximum level to ensure full gradeability
(
/
page 354).
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Tire-change tool kit and spare wheel
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Tires and wheels
Off-road driving
Read this section before driving your vehicle off-
road. Practice by driving over more gentle off-
road terrain first.
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Observe the notes on the cross-country ABS
(
/
page 166).
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Before driving off-road, shift the transfer
case to the LOW RANGE off-road gear
(
/
page 149).
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Engage the differential locks if necessary
(
/
page 151).
In LOW RANGE off-road gear or with the differ‐
ential locks engaged, the vehicle switches to G-
mode (
/
page 143).
In LOW RANGE off-road gear, you can shift from
h
to
k
and from
i
to
k
without having to
depress the brake pedal. This can help you, for
example, when rocking your vehicle out of a rut
("rocking free").
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Always keep the engine running and in gear
when driving on downhill gradients and
slopes. Observe the notes on driving in
mountainous terrain.
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