The message Fault: Damping may appear on the
instrument panel display .
Driving profiles or vehicle systems are not behaving
as expected
β Go to a specialized workshop and have the
system checked.
β Observe the standard behavior of driving profiles
and vehicle systems ΓΏ p. 157.
Offroad Indicator
Fig. 131 In the infotainment system: Offroad indicator.
β Steering wheel angle indicator: It is
Digital instruments are displayed on the Offroad
shows the steering wheel angle of the vehicle. If
the steering wheel is turned to the left, the value is
positive; if it is rotated to the right, it is negative.
indicator, providing additional information about
the vehicle and the environment. In this way, the
current driving situation can be assessed more
accurately.
β Altimeter: The altimeter shows the current altitude
above sea level.
Open Offroad Indicator
β Engine coolant temperature gauge: This gauge is
equivalent to the temperature gauge on the instrument
β Press the MENU button on the infotainment system.
panel ΓΏ p. 23.
β Press the Vehicle function button
β Press the Select function button
β Press the Offroad function button
.
.
β Oil temperature gauge: This gauge is equivalent
to the oil temperature gauge on the instrument panel.
.
Select instruments and set units
Adjust the display areas according to the driving
situation
The infotainment system displays various instruments
ments ΓΏ fig. 131.
The displayed instruments can be selected depending
on the driving situation, as well as the surrounding and
ground conditions:
β To switch between instruments, swipe up with one
finger on the screen.
The unit of some instruments can be set in the
infotainment system ΓΏ p. 35.
β Sandy terrain: Engine oil and coolant temperature
gauges and steering wheel angle indicator
Offroad Gauge Instruments
β Slopes: steering wheel angle indicator, engine
coolant temperature indicator and altimeter
The availability of the instruments depends on the
equipment.
β Compass: The compass indicates the current direction of the
march.
β Mountainous terrain: Steering wheel angle
indicator, altimeter and compass
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offroad driving
Safety instructions for offroad
driving
Introduction to the topic
Note and from page 159.
The examples cited in this chapter should be
understood as general rules that are intended to help
the driver to drive safely off-road. However, it cannot
be assumed that they are applicable in all situations
that arise. Before making an incursion into unknown
terrain, it is crucial to find out about its characteristics. In
this way, potential hazards can be assessed in advance.
The driver is responsible for deciding if the terrain is
passable and suitable for the vehicle.
WARNING
Intelligent vehicle technology cannot overcome the
limits imposed by physical laws and only works within
the limits of the corresponding systems. Under
unfavorable ground conditions, instability situations
may occur when the wheels lock even with ABS (eg,
in case of hard braking on loose gravel). Under these
conditions, the connected ESC can only stabilize the
vehicle to a limited extent.
Off-road driving requires different skills and behaviors
than driving on conventional roads.
WARNING
This vehicle has not been designed for βexpedition
characterβ travel.
Offroad driving can be dangerous, leading to accidents,
serious injuries, vehicle damage, and vehicle
breakdown beyond help.
For offroad driving, switch off the assistance and
parking systems.
Β· Never choose a dangerous route or take risks that
endanger you and your companions. If you
cannot continue or you doubt the safety of the route,
turn around and find another way.
checklist
Before your first ride, do the following in order to drive
and drive the vehicle safely off paved roads: ΓΏ Observe
the general warnings for
Even if the terrain seems easy to walk,
it can be difficult and dangerous and lead to
critical situations for you and your companions.
It is best to explore the route first on foot.
Safety for offroad driving.
ΓΏ Adjust the seat so that you have a good view forward
and put on the seat belt ΓΏ p. 42.
Β· When driving off-road, proceed with special
prudence and foresight. Driving too fast or missing
ΓΏ Always wear suitable, tight-fitting footwear that offers
a maneuver can cause serious injury and vehicle
damage.
good foot support when operating the pedals.
Never drive faster than is convenient
for the prevailing terrain, road, traffic and weather
conditions.
A responsible driver respects nature even
when driving offroad. When traveling through
areas of scrubland and pastures, the habitat of the
Β· Never drive on hills, ramps or
existing flora and fauna can be destroyed.
tent.
slopes too fast. Otherwise, the vehicle could lift
up and it would be impossible to control the
direction, resulting in loss of control of the vehicle.
Leaking operating fluids as a result of damage
to the vehicle can contaminate
undermine the environment. If any operating fluid
leaks out, please collect it and dispose of it properly
and in an environmentally friendly manner.
Β· If the vehicle were to lift, keep
Always keep the front wheels in a straight position.
If the wheels were turned when losing contact
with the ground, the vehicle could overturn.
Keep useful accessories for offroad driving in
the vehicle.
Β· Even sections that seem harmless can be dangerous.
Potholes, cavities, pits, chasms, obstacles, drop-
offs, and soft, muddy ground are often
indistinguishable and are partially or fully covered
with snow, water,
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