Hydroplaning
If water has accumulated to a certain depth
on the road surface, there is a danger of
hydroplaning occurring, even if:
- you drive at low speeds.
- the tires have adequate tread depth.
For this reason, in the event of heavy rain or
in conditions in which hydroplaning can occur
you must drive in the following manner:
- lower your speed
- avoid ruts
- brake carefully
See also:
Front-end structure: crumple zone on four levels
Compared to the previous model series, the Mercedes engineers have further
enlarged the deformation zones substantially in the front and rear sections of
the new CLS, as well as improving the ener ...
Important safety notes
Service products include the following:
- fuels (e.g. gasoline, diesel)
- additives for exhaust gas aftertreatment
(DEF)
- lubricants (e.g. engine oil, transmission oil)
...
Switching on DISTRONIC, storing andmaintaining the current speed
WARNING
The vehicle can be braked when DISTRONIC
is activated. For this reason, deactivate
DISTRONIC if the vehicle is to be set in motion
by other means (e.g. in a car wash or by
tow ...