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Driving and operation
Brake system
The effectiveness of the brakes is an
important factor for traffic safety.
To improve effectiveness, do not brake
unnecessarily hard for the first 125 miles
(200 km) after new brake pads have been
fitted.
Brake pad wear must not exceed a
specified limit. Regular maintenance as
detailed in the Service Booklet is therefore
of the utmost importance for traffic safety.
Have worn brake pads replaced by a
workshop.
Pads that have been tested and approved
guarantee optimum brake performance.
Brake pads that are worn right down cause
a grinding noise. The vehicle can continue
to be driven. Have brake pads replaced as
soon as possible. Contact a workshop to
have the brake pads replaced.
Brake assist
When the footbrake is depressed quickly
and forcefully, the vehicle is automatically
braked with maximum brake force
amplification in order to obtain the
shortest possible braking distance during
full-on braking (brake assist).
Maintain steady pressure on the footbrake
for as long as full-on braking is to continue.
When the footbrake is released, the
maximum brake force amplification is
taken away.
Adaptive brake light
During full-on braking, all three brake
lights flash for the duration of ABS control.
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