Problems with the rear window defroster
The rear window defroster has deactivated itself prematurely or cannot be activated.
•► Switch off any consumers that are not required, e.g. reading lamps or interior lighting.
When the battery is sufficiently charged, the rear window defroster is activated again automatically.
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Fuel requirements
Gasoline engines
Use only premium-grade unleaded gasoline.
The octane number should be at least 91.
Details can be found on the gas pump. The
octane number is the average value of the
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Wet roads
WARNING
After driving in heavy rain for some time without applying the brakes or through
water deep enough to wet brake components, the first braking action may be somewhat
reduced. You have ...
Off-road fording
- Establish how deep the water is and the
characteristics of the body of water before
fording.
- Vehicles with the AIRMATIC package:
Select the highest possible vehicle level.
- Restrict th ...