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Start and driving
WARNING
Longer braking distances and faults in the
brake syst
em increase the risk of acci-
dents.
●
New brake pads must be run in and do not
have the correct friction during the first
200 km (124 miles). This reduced braking
capacity may be compensated for by
pressing on the brake pedal a little harder,
which also applies when the brake pads
have to be changed further on.
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If brakes are wet or frozen, or if you are
driving on roads which have been salted,
braking power may be lower than normal.
●
On steep slopes, if brakes are excessively
used, they will overheat. Before driving
down a long steep slope, it is advisable to
reduce speed and change down into a low-
er gear or range (depending on the type of
transmission). Thus, make use of engine
braking and relieve the brakes.
●
Never let the brakes “drag” by applying
light pressure. Continuous braking will
cause the brakes to overheat and the brak-
ing distance will increase. Apply and then
release the brakes alternately.
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Never let the vehicle run with the engine
switched off. The braking distance is in-
creased considerably when the brake ser-
vo is not active.
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If the brake fluid loses its viscosity and is
subjected to heavy use, vapour bubbles
can form in the brake system. This reduces
the efficiency of the brakes.
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Non-st
andard or damaged front spoilers
could restrict the airflow to the brakes and
cause them to overheat. Before purchasing
accessories please observe the relevant
instructions
›››
page 293, Technical modifi-
cations.
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If a brake system circuit fails, the braking
distance will be increased considerably.
Contact a specialised workshop immedi-
ately and avoid unnecessary journeys.
Control lamps
It lights up red
Brake fluid level too low
›››
page 307 or fault in the
brake system.
Do not carry on driving!
It lights up red
Parking brake engaged
›››
page 227.
The warning lamp turns off when the handbrake is re-
leased.
It lights up yellow
Front brake pads worn.
WARNING
●
If the brake w
arning lamp does not go out
or if it lights up when driving, the brake fluid
level in the reservoir is too low so there is a
risk of an accident
›››
page 307, Brake fluid.
Stop the vehicle and do not drive on. Ob-
tain technical assistance.
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If the brake warning lamp lights up to-
gether with the ABS lamp this could be
due to an ABS fault. This could cause the
rear wheels to lock quickly when you brake.
This could cause the rear to break away.
Risk of skidding. Stop the vehicle and seek
technical assistance.
Handbrake
Fig. 219 Handbrake between the front seats.
The handbrake should be applied firmly to
pr
e
v
ent the vehicle from accidentally rolling
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