Operation Manual

All W heel Driv e116
On-road driving
The increased traction of All Wheel Drive
vehicles offers greater driving control in
adverse road conditions, particularly
heavy snow and ice. However, All Wheel
Drive vehicles are not "skid-proof" and do
not decrease stopping distances.
All Wheel Driv e v ehicles have a higher
centre of gravity tha n conventional
vehicles. Always approa ch curves at an
appropriate driving speed. Do not attempt
to go as fast through turns as you might in
a conventional vehicle.
Strong crosswinds can affect the normal
steering of the vehicle. Drive slower under
strong crosswind conditions.
Always exercise caution when in slippery
conditions (caused by sand, gravel, water,
snow or ice on the road) in order to
maintain vehicle control.
Use the accelerator to control the vehicle -
keep brake pedal use to a minimum.
z Do not slip the clutch.
z Do not spin the wheels.
z Do not make exaggerated or jerky
steering movements.
Driving a vehicle in snow and ice should be
undertaken with extreme caution:
z Select a gear suitable for the conditions.
z Start the vehicle moving with minimal
engine revs, low gear and combined
clutch and accelera tor control.
z Change to a higher gear as quickly as
possible to keep the engine revs low.
z With automatic transmission 3, select
drive range D and press the WINTER
(or n) button, to activate the Winter
programme.
Off-road driving
During off-road driving, you will encounter
a variety of driving conditions and
circumstances too numerous to list here.
Always use good judgement and common
sense. If you feel uncomfortable about
tackling a given situation, do not attempt
it.
Avoid protruding objects (such as rocks or
tree stumps) that may damage the
underbody and tyres of your vehicle.
Test the brakes after operating in m ud to
clear excess mud from the braking
surfaces.