Closing tailgate
Drive with the tailgate closed
Only drive with the tailgate closed; otherwise,
passengers and other road users may be
endangered or the vehicle may be damaged if an
accident occurs or during braking or evasive
maneuvers. In addition, exhaust fumes may enter
the passenger compartment.◀
If the vehicle must be driven with the tailgate open:
1. Drive moderately.
2. Close all windows and the glass sunroof/ panoramic glass sunroof.
3. Greatly increase the blower speed.
See also:
Vehicle equipment
All standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment
is also described that is not available in a vehicle,
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Switch off the engine during longer
stops
Switch off the engine during longer stops, e.g.,
at traffic lights, railroad crossings or in traffic
congestion.
Fuel savings are achieved after the vehicle is
switched off for only approx. 4 s ...
Parking using the parking assistant
Personal responsibility
The parking assistant does not relieve the
driver of responsibility for the vehicle during the
parking procedure.
Watch the parking space and parking procedure
closely ...
