Ruts and gravel roads

Observe the following rules when driving along ruts in off-road terrain or on roads with loose gravel:

Check that the ruts are not too deep and Check that the ruts are not too deep and that your vehicle has sufficient clearance.

Otherwise, your vehicle could be damaged or bottom out and get stuck.

- for vehicles with AIRMATIC package: select an increased vehicle level.
- avoid high engine speeds.
- select shift range 1.
- drive slowly.
- where ruts are too deep, drive with the wheels of one side on the center grassy area, if possible.

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