Performance Control

Performance Control enhances the agility of your vehicle.

To enhance performance during sporty driving, the rear wheel on the inside of the curve is braked while the resulting braking effect is largely compensated by engine intervention.

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    Shifting
    Shifting into 5th or 6th gear When shifting into 5th or 6th gear, push the gearshift lever to the right; otherwise inadvertent shifting into the 3rd or 4th gear could lead to engine damage ...

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    Indicates precautions that must be followed precisely in order to avoid the possibility of personal injury and serious damage to the vehicle. ◄ Marks the end of a specific item of inf ...