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The turbocharger system uses engine oil for lubrica-
tion and cooling of its rotating components. The tur-
bocharger turbine turns at extremely high speeds
and it can reach an extremely high temperature. It is
essential to maintain a flow of clean oil through the
turbocharger system. A sudden interruption to the
oil supply may cause a malfunction in the turbo-
charger.
To ensure prolonged life and performance of the
turbocharger, it is essential to comply with the fol-
lowing maintenance procedure:
CAUTION
•
Change the engine oil of the turbo-charged
diesel engine as prescribed. See the sepa-
rately provided Warranty Information & Main-
tenance Booklet for additional information.
•
Use only the recommended engine oil. See
“Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants” in the “9. Technical information”
section.
•
If the engine has been operating at high rpm
for an extended period of time, let it idle for a
few minutes prior to shutdown.
•
Do not accelerate the engine to high rpm im-
mediately after starting it.
Driving your vehicle to fit the circumstances is es-
sential for your safety and comfort. As a driver, you
should be the one who knows best how to drive in
the given circumstances.
ENGINE COLD START PERIOD
Due to the higher engine speeds when the engine is
cold, extra caution must be exercised when select-
ing a gear during the engine warm-up period after
starting the engine.
LOADING LUGGAGE
Loads, their distribution and the attachment of equip-
ment (coupling devices, roof luggage carriers, etc.)
will change the driving characteristics of the vehicle
considerably. Driving style and speed must be ad-
justed accordingly.
DRIVING ON WET ROADS
•
Avoid starting off, accelerating and stopping sud-
denly.
•
Avoid sharp turns or lane changes.
•
Extra distance should be kept from the vehicle in
front.
•
When water covers the road surface in puddles,
small streams, etc, REDUCE SPEED to prevent
aquaplaning which will cause skidding and loss
of control. Worn tyres increase this risk.
DRIVING UNDER WINTER
CONDITIONS
•
Drive safely.
•
Avoid starting off, accelerating or stopping sud-
denly.
•
Avoid sharp turns or lane changes.
•
Avoid sudden steering actions.
•
Extra distance should be kept from the vehicle in
front.
TURBOCHARGER SYSTEM
(Diesel engine models)
CARE WHEN DRIVING
5-10 Starting and driving
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