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In particular, remove trapped plant parts
or other flammable material.
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If there is damage, consult a qualified
specialist workshop immediately.
When you drive off-road, sand, mud and water or
water mixed with oil, etc., may get into the brakes.
This may lead to a reduction in braking perform-
ance or total brake failure as a result of increased
wear. The braking characteristics will vary
depending on the material that has entered 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. Adapt your driv-
ing style to the changed braking characteristics.
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NOTE Damage caused by driving over
obstacles
The vehicle can be damaged by:
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Driving onto 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.
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Do not drive over obstacles that could
damage the vehicle.
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Check the vehicle regularly for damage
during off-road driving.
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Adjust the vehicle speed to suit the road
surface conditions.
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If there is damage, consult a qualified
specialist workshop immediately.
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ENVIRONMENTAL NOTE Environmental
damage due to non-observance of prohibi-
tion signs
Environmental protection has priority. Treat
nature with respect.
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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 engine oil to the maximum
level to ensure full gradeability (
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page 341)
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Tire-change tool kit and spare wheel
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Tires and wheels
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Further information about special all-terrain
tires for retrofitting can be obtained from a
qualified specialist workshop.
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
(
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page 213).
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If necessary, select the
F
or
G
driving
mode (vehicles with Offroad package) before
driving off-road (
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page 192).
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Before driving off-road, shift the transfer case
to the LOW RANGE off-road gear (vehicles with
Offroad package) (
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page 199).
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Select a vehicle level suitable for off-road ter-
rain (
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page 250). To avoid damaging the
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