Important safety notes
WARNING
Do not park this vehicle in areas where
combustible materials can come into contact
with the hot exhaust system. Do not park the
vehicle on dry grassland or harvested grain
fields. Combustible materials, such as grass,
hay or leaves could be ignited by the hot
exhaust system and cause a vehicle fire.
Unintended vehicle movement can cause
serious personal injury or damage to the
vehicle or the vehicle drivetrain. To reduce
such risks, always do the following before
turning off the engine and leaving the vehicle:
• keep your right foot on the brake pedal.
• engage the parking brake.
• shift the automatic transmission to park position P.
• slowly release the brake pedal.
• when parked on an incline, always turn the front wheels towards the road
curb.
• turn the SmartKey in the ignition lock to position 0 and remove the SmartKey
from the ignition lock, or press the KEYLESS-GO Start/Stop button.
• take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle when leaving.
See also:
Loading guidelines
WARNING
Always fasten items being carried as securely
as possible. Use cargo tie-down rings and
fastening materials appropriate for the weight
and size of the load.
In an accident, during ...
Mounting a new wheel
WARNING
Always replace wheel bolts that are damaged
or rusted.
Never apply oil or grease to wheel bolts.
Damaged wheel hub threads should be
repaired immediately. Do not continue to
drive u ...
Cockpit
Cruise control lever
Instrument cluster
Horn
PARKTRONIC warning display
Overhead control panel
Operates the climate control system
Ignition lock
Start/Stop button
Adjusts the stee ...
