Tread

The part of the tire that comes into contact with the road.

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    Slippery road surfaces
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    Headlamp cleaning system
    The headlamps are cleaned automatically if the "Wipe with washer fluid" function is operated ten times while the lights are on and the engine is running. When you switch off the igni ...

    Downhill gradients
    On long and steep gradients, you must reduce the load on the brakes by shifting early to a lower gear. This allows you to take advantage of the engine braking effect and helps avoid overh ...