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3. Press the drive mode control or tap

directly on the touch screen to confirm the
selection.
> The selected drive mode is indicated in

the driver display.

Related information

•

Drive modes (p. 462)

•

Activating and deactivating low-speed
driving using a function button (p. 475)

•

Activating and deactivating hill descent
control with the function button (p. 477)

Energy distribution in hybrid drive

using map data

*

The

Hybrid

drive mode is the car's normal

mode where the electric motor and internal
combustion engine work individually or
together in hybrid drive. If a destination has
been selected in the navigation system

*

, the

Predictive Efficiency

10

function distributes

the electric energy consumption in an intelli-
gent way along the whole driving distance
using the map data.

Fuel consumption can then be reduced com-
pared with normal hybrid drive when the car is
first driven on electricity, to then change over
to being driven by the internal combustion
engine when the hybrid battery has been dis-
charged.

Function

If the distance to the selected destination is
greater than the estimated range when run-
ning on electricity, this function distributes the
electric energy for consumption that is as
energy-efficient as possible for the entire dis-
tance to be travelled. This makes it possible to
avoid situations where normal hybrid drive
would otherwise use a large proportion of the
electric energy, for example, to run electric
drive at high speed on a motorway and then
use the internal combustion engine at low
speed in urban driving.

The greatest fuel saving is achieved when

•

the distance to be travelled begins with
driving on a motorway

•

the distance to be travelled is between 50
and 100 km (30 and 60 miles)

•

the hybrid battery is fully charged at the
beginning.

Conditions for the function

For the function to work requires that a num-
ber of conditions are met:

•

A destination is set in the navigation sys-
tem and the driving distance to the desti-
nation is longer than the range possible
only on electric drive.

•

Hybrid

drive mode is selected.

•

The

Hold

and

Charge

functions are deac-

tivated.

•

The hybrid battery is charged.

Tips for use

If the car is used for commuting to work and it
is not possible to charge the car at the place of
work, specify the place of work as an inter-
mediate destination and your home as the
final destination. The discharging of the hybrid
battery will then take place over your runs
both to and from work.

10

Certain markets only.

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Add similar commuting routes, i.e. the route
between two charging points, as

Favourites

in the navigation system to facilitate arrival.

Related information

•

Drive modes (p. 462)

•

Economical driving (p. 477)

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Level control

*

and shock

absorption

Level control regulates the car's suspension
and shock absorption characteristics auto-
matically to ensure optimum comfort and
functionality while driving. It is also possible
to adjust the level manually in order to facili-
tate loading or entry and exit.

Manually adjustable shock absorbers

*

Polestar Engineered

*

variant cars have the

option to adjust the dampers manually. There
are three recommended positions: perform-
ance position, engineered and comfort posi-
tion.

Performance position

The performance position means that the car's
damping feels harder.

Engineered, factory setting

Engineered is adapted for daily driving.

Comfort position

Comfort position means that the car's damp-
ing feels softer.

Air suspension and shock absorption

The system is adapted according to the
selected drive mode and according to the
speed of the car. Using the air suspension, the
car's ground clearance is adjusted to a lower
level at higher speeds, which reduces wind
resistance and increases stability. Shock
absorption is normally set for optimum com-
fort and is regulated continuously depending
on the road surface, the car's acceleration,
braking and cornering.

The driver display indicates
when level control is in pro-
gress.

When a side door or the tailgate is open, the
following applies:

•

If a side door is open, the level can only be
regulated upwards.

•

If the tailgate is open, the level can only be
regulated downwards.

During parking

During parking, make sure you allow adequate
space above and below the car since the car's
ground clearance may vary e.g. depending on
the outside temperature, how the car is loa-
ded, the use of loading mode or the drive
mode that is selected after starting.

The level may also be adjusted some time
after the car has been parked. This is to com-
pensate for any changes in height that may
occur due to temperature changes in the air
springs when the car cools down.

During transport

During transport of the car on a ferry, train or
truck, the car must be lashed around the tyres
and not around other parts of the chassis.
Changes in the air suspension may occur dur-
ing transport, which could affect the lashing
negatively.

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Symbols and messages in driver display

Symbol

Message

Specification

Suspension

Deactivated by user

The active suspension has been switched off manually by the user.

Suspension

Temporarily reduced performance

The active suspension's performance has been temporarily reduced due to extensive sys-
tem use. If this message appears frequently (e.g. several times in one week) contact a
workshop

A

.

Suspension

Service required

A fault has occurred. Visit a workshop

A

as soon as possible.

Suspension failure

Stop safely

A critical fault has occurred. Stop safely, have the car transported (raised with all wheels
on the flat-bed) to a workshop

A

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Symbol

Message

Specification

Suspension

Slow down Car too high

A fault has occurred. If the message appears whilst driving, contact a workshop

A

.

Suspension

Auto adjusting car level

Level control to target height in progress.

A

An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended.

Related information

•

Settings for level control

*

(p. 472)

•

Drive modes (p. 462)

•

Adjusting the setting for damping Polestar
Engineered

*

(p. 473)

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Settings for level control

*

Switch off the level control when the car is to
be jacked up in order to prevent problems
with automatic regulation.

Regulate the level to facilitate loading, or on
entry and exit.

Adjusting loading mode

Use the buttons in the cargo area to regulate
the height of the car's rear section and facili-
tate loading and unloading or when connect-
ing or disconnecting a trailer.

Settings in the centre display

Entry assistance

The car can be lowered to facilitate entry and
exit.

Activating entry assistance via the centre dis-
play:

1. Press

Settings

in the top view.

2. Press

My Car

Mirrors and

Convenience

.

3. Select

Easy Entry and Exit Suspension

Control

.

> When the car is parked and switched

off, the car is lowered (level control
stops if a door is opened and there may
be a certain delay before level control
resumes after the door has been
closed). When the car is started and
begins to move, the car will rise to the
height setting for the drive mode
selected.

Disable Leveling Control

In certain cases, the function must be deacti-
vated, e.g. before the car is raised with a jack

*

.

The difference in level created when lifting
with a jack would otherwise mean the auto-
matic control starting to adjust the height, cre-
ating an undesired effect.

Deactivating the function via the centre dis-
play:

1. Press

Settings

in the top view.

2. Press

My Car

Parking Brake and

Suspension

.

3. Select

Disable Leveling Control

.

Related information

•

Level control

*

and shock absorption

(p. 469)

•

Recommendations for loading (p. 603)

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Adjusting the setting for damping

Polestar Engineered

*

It is possible to adjust the settings of the
shock absorbers for driving under other con-
ditions or on specific road surfaces.

Location of adjuster knobs

There are four adjuster knobs, two for the front
shock absorbers and two for the rear. The
adjuster knobs are located above each wheel.
For the front wheels, the adjuster knobs are
located under the bonnet. For the rear wheels,
the adjuster knobs are located above each
wheel in the wheel housing.

Location of adjuster knob, front wheel.

Location of adjuster knob, rear wheel.

NOTE

There is a total of 22 adjustment positions
for each adjuster knob. The closer to 0 for
the adjuster knob, the harder the shock
absorption.

Adjusting the setting for damping,
front

Make sure that the adjuster knob is set to 0
position before starting the adjustment. This
way it is easier to know which adjustment
position is set.

Turn the adjuster knob clockwise and anticlockwise

respectively to change adjustment position.

Turn the control clockwise until it has
stopped in order to access adjustment
position 0.

Turn the control anticlockwise to select
the desired adjustment position.
> Then carry out the same procedure for

the other tyre.

Adjusting the setting for damping, rear

The rear adjuster knobs are located above the
tyre inside the wheel housing. The car must be
raised on a jack to access the rear adjuster
knobs, see separate section.

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The rubber cover is located above the adjuster knob.

Turn the adjuster knob clockwise and anticlockwise

respectively to change adjustment position.

Remove the protective rubber cover that
covers the adjuster knob.

Turn the control clockwise until it has
stopped in order to access adjustment
position 0.

Turn the adjuster knob anticlockwise to
select the desired adjustment position.
> When the desired position has been

set, refit the protective rubber cover.
Then carry out the same procedure for
the other tyre.

NOTE

To achieve as good performance as possi-
ble, Volvo recommends that the adjuster
knobs are set at the same position for each
axle.

Recommended positions

Position

Front

Rear

Performance
position

adjustment
position 4

adjustment
position 4

Engineered,
factory setting

adjustment
position 10

adjustment
position 10

Comfort posi-
tion

adjustment
position 15

adjustment
position 15

Related information

•

Raise the car (p. 621)

•

Level control

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and shock absorption

(p. 469)

Low speed control

The low speed control function (LSC

11

) facili-

tates and improves traction for driving off-
road and on slippery surfaces, such as with a
caravan on grass or a boat trailer on a launch
ramp.

The function is included in drive mode

Off

Road

.

The function is adapted for off-road driving
and driving with a trailer at low speed, up to
approx. 40 km/h (25 mph).

With low-speed control, low gears and all-
wheel drive are prioritised, which help to avoid
wheelspin and provides better traction on all
wheels. The accelerator pedal is less respon-
sive in order to facilitate traction and speed
control at low speed.

The function is activated together with hill
descent control, (HDC

12

) which means that

speed down steep hills can be controlled with
the accelerator pedal, reducing the need to
use the brake pedal. The system facilitates a
low and even speed while driving on steep
downhill gradients.

11

Low Speed Control

12

Hill Descent Control

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NOTE

When LSC with HDC is activated by the

Off Road

driving mode, the feel of the

accelerator pedal and engine response are
changed.

NOTE

The driving mode is not designed to be
used on public roads.

NOTE

The function is deactivated when driving at
higher speeds and must be reactivated at a
lower speed, if required.

Related information

•

Activating and deactivating low-speed
driving using a function button (p. 475)

•

Changing drive mode (p. 466)

•

Hill descent control (p. 476)

•

All-wheel drive (p. 460)

Activating and deactivating low-

speed driving using a function

button

There is a function button for low-speed driv-
ing with

Hill Descent Control

in the centre

display's function view unless the car was
equipped with drive mode control in the tun-
nel console.

Select low-speed driving in the centre
display function view

–

Press the

Hill Descent Control

button to

activate or deactivate the function.

> An indicator in the button illuminates

when the function is activated.

This function is disabled automatically when
the engine is switched off.

NOTE

The function is deactivated when driving at
higher speeds and must be reactivated at a
lower speed, if required.

Related information

•

Low speed control (p. 474)

•

Changing drive mode (p. 466)

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Hill descent control

Hill descent control (HDC

13

) is a low speed

function with enhanced engine braking. The
function makes it possible to increase or
reduce the car's speed on steep downhill gra-
dients using only the accelerator pedal, with-
out using the foot brake.

The function is included in drive mode

Off

Road

.

Hill descent control is adapted for off-road
driving at low speeds and facilitates driving on
steep downhill gradients with difficult surfa-
ces. The driver does not need to use the brake
pedal, but can instead focus on steering.

WARNING

HDC does not work in all situations but is

designed merely as a supplementary aid.
The driver always bears ultimate responsi-

bility for ensuring that the vehicle is driven

safely.

Function

Hill descent control allows the car to roll at
inching speed both forward and backward,
assisted by the brake system. The speed can
be increased by using the accelerator pedal.
When the accelerator pedal is then released
the car slows back down to crawling speed,

regardless of the gradient of the hill and with-
out the need for the foot brake to be used. The
brake lights are switched on when the func-
tion is operating.

The driver can brake and reduce crawling
speed, or stop the car at any time by using the
foot brake.

The function is activated together with low
speed control (LSC

14

) which facilitates driving

and improves traction for driving off-road and
on slippery surfaces. The systems are
designed for use at low speed, up to approx.
40 km/h (25 mph).

Points to remember when driving with
HDC

•

If the function is disabled while driving on
a steep downhill gradient, the braking
effect will gradually decrease.

•

HDC can be used in gear position

D

,

R

,

and with 1st or 2nd gear with manual gear
changing.

•

It is not possible to change to 3rd gear or
higher with manual gear changing.

NOTE

When LSC with HDC is activated by the

Off Road

driving mode, the feel of the

accelerator pedal and engine response are
changed.

NOTE

The driving mode is not designed to be
used on public roads.

NOTE

The function is deactivated when driving at
higher speeds and must be reactivated at a
lower speed, if required.

Related information

•

Activating and deactivating hill descent
control with the function button (p. 477)

•

Changing drive mode (p. 466)

•

Low speed control (p. 474)

•

All-wheel drive (p. 460)

13

Hill Descent Control

14

Low Speed Control

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477

Activating and deactivating hill

descent control with the function

button

There is a function button for hill descent
control with

Hill Descent Control

in the cen-

tre display's function view unless the car was
equipped with drive mode control in the tun-
nel console.

Selecting hill descent control in the
centre display function view

Hill descent control only works at low speeds.

–

Press the

Hill Descent Control

button to

activate or deactivate the function.

> An indicator in the button illuminates

when the function is activated.

This function is disabled automatically when
the engine is switched off.

NOTE

The function is deactivated when driving at
higher speeds and must be reactivated at a
lower speed, if required.

Related information

•

Hill descent control (p. 476)

•

Changing drive mode (p. 466)

Economical driving

Drive economically and in a more eco-friendly
way by driving gently and anticipating situa-
tions.

Adapt your driving style and speed to the pre-
vailing situation.

To achieve the longest driving distance possi-
ble and lowest energy consumption possible
with Twin Engine, note the following:

Charge

•

Charge the car regularly from the mains
power circuit. Make it a habit to always
start a journey with fully-charged hybrid
battery.

•

Find out where the charging stations are
located.

•

If possible, select a parking space with a
charging station.

NOTE

Charge the car from the mains power cir-
cuit as often as possible!

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Precondition

•

Precondition the car before driving if pos-
sible using the charging cable connected
to the mains power circuit.

•

Avoid parking the car in a way that the
interior cools down or overheats while
parking. Park the car in an acclimated
garage, for example.

•

During a short drive after preconditioning
of the passenger compartment, switch off
the ventilation fan or air conditioning in a
hot climate, if possible.

•

If preconditioning is not possible when it
is cold outside, use seat heating and steer-
ing wheel heating first of all. Avoid warm-
ing up the whole of the interior which
takes energy from the hybrid battery.

Drive

•

For lowest energy consumption, activate
the

Pure

drive mode.

•

Drive at a steady speed and keep a good
distance to other vehicles and objects in
order to avoid braking. This driving style
results in the lowest energy consumption.

•

Balance the power requirement using the
accelerator pedal. Use the indicator for
available electric motor power in the driver
display in order to avoid starting the inter-
nal combustion engine unnecessarily. The
electric motor is more efficient that the

internal combustion engine, in particular at
low speed.

•

In the event of braking being necessary -
brake gently with the brake pedal, this
recharges the hybrid battery. A regenera-
tive braking function is built into the brake
pedal and can be reinforced with electric
motor braking in gear position

B

.

•

High speed results in increased energy
consumption - the wind resistance increa-
ses with speed.

•

Activate the

Hold

function in the function

view at higher speeds during journeys that
are longer than the range of the electricity.

•

If possible, avoid using the

Charge

func-

tion to charge the hybrid battery. Charging
with the internal combustion engine
increases fuel consumption and involves
increased carbon dioxide emissions.

•

In a cold climate, reduce electrical heating
of windows, mirrors, seats and steering
wheel, if possible.

•

Drive with the correct air pressure in the
tyres and check this regularly - select ECO
tyre pressure for optimum results.

•

Choice of tyres can affect energy con-
sumption - seek advice on suitable tyres
from a dealer.

•

Remove unnecessary items from the car -
the greater the load the higher the con-
sumption.

•

A roof load and ski box increase air resis-
tance, leading to higher consumption -
remove the load carriers when not in use.

•

Avoid driving with open windows.

•

Do not hold the car stationary on a hill
with the accelerator pedal. Use the foot
brake instead.

Related information

•

Drive-E - cleaner driving pleasure (p. 30)

•

Energy distribution in hybrid drive using
map data

*

(p. 467)

•

Factors that affect range when running on
electricity (p. 479)

•

Hybrid gauge (p. 82)

•

Checking tyre pressure (p. 572)

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Factors that affect range when

running on electricity

The car's range for electric operation depends
on several factors. The ability to achieve a
long range varies according to the circum-
stances and conditions under which the car is
being driven.

The certified value for the car's mileage on
electric power should not be interpreted as an
expected range. The certification value is a
comparative value obtained by means of spe-
cial EU drive cycles. The actual range is
dependent on a number of factors.

Factors that affect the range

The driver can influence some factors, but has
no influence over others.

The longest range is achieved under extremely
favourable conditions when all factors have a
positive impact.

Factors the driver cannot influence

There are several external factors that affect
the range in varying degrees:

•

traffic situation

•

short driving distances

•

topography

•

outside temperature and headwind

•

road condition and surface.

The table shows the approximate relationship
between outside temperature and range, both

in a car with deactivated passenger compart-
ment climate control, as well as in a car with
normal passenger compartment climate con-
trol.

A warmer outside temperature has a positive
effect on range to a certain extent.

Outside
tempera-
ture

Deactivated
passenger
compart-
ment cli-
mate con-
trol

Normal
passenger
compart-
ment cli-
mate con-
trol

30

°

C

(86

°

F)

95 %

80 %

20

°

C

(68

°

F)

100 %

90 %

10

°

C (50

°

F)

90 %

80 %

0

°

C (32

°

F)

80 %

60 %

-10

°

C

(14

°

F)

70 %

40 %

Factors the driver can influence

The driver should be aware that the following
factors affect the range so he/she can operate
the car in an energy-efficient manner:

•

regular charging

•

preconditioning

•

drive mode

Pure

•

climate settings

•

speed and acceleration

•

Hold

function

•

tyres and tyre pressure.

The table shows the approximate relationship
between constant speed and range, where a
lower constant speed has a positive effect on
range.

Constant speed

100 km/h (62 mph)

50 %

80 km/h (50 mph)

70 %

60 km/h (37 mph)

90 %

50 km/h (31 mph)

100 %

NOTE

•

The values shown in the tables relate
to a new car.

•

These values are not absolute, but are
dependent upon driving behaviour,
environment and other circumstances.

Related information

•

Economical driving (p. 477)

•

Hold and Charge function (p. 480)

•

Drive modes (p. 462)

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Hold and Charge function

In some situations, it can be useful to be able
to control the hybrid battery's state of charge
while driving is in progress. This is possible
with the functions

Hold

and

Charge

.

Hold

and

Charge

are available in all drive

modes. The functions are cancelled if

Pure

drive mode is activated.

Function buttons for Hold and Charge

The functions are activated in the centre dis-
play's function view.

Hold

Battery level sustained for
later use

.

The function maintains the
charge in the hybrid battery
for electric drive and saves
available electricity for later

use, e.g. for driving in an urban environment or
through a residential area.

The car works as for normal hybrid operation
with discharged battery where, in addition to
re-using brake-generated energy, for example,
the car starts the internal combustion engine
more often in order to maintain the charge in
the battery.

Charge

Engine charges hybrid
battery

.

The function charges the
hybrid battery with assis-
tance from the internal com-
bustion engine for using

increased electric operation at a later time.

Symbols in the driver display

The symbol

is shown in the hybrid battery

gauge when Hold is activated.

The symbol

is shown in the hybrid battery

gauge when Charge is activated.

Related information

•

Economical driving (p. 477)

•

Hybrid gauge (p. 82)

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Preparations for a long trip

Before a driving holiday or some other type of
long journey, it is important to check the car's
functions and equipment particularly care-
fully.

Check that

•

the engine is working normally and that
fuel consumption is normal

•

there are no leaks (fuel, oil or other fluid)

•

braking effect on braking works as
intended

•

all lamps are working - adjust headlamp
level if the car is heavily laden

•

the tyres have sufficient tread depth and
pressure. Change to winter tyres when
driving to areas where there is a risk of
snowy or icy road surfaces

•

starter battery charging is good

•

the wiper blades are in good condition

•

a warning triangle and high-visibility vest
are located in the car - legally required in
certain countries

Related information

•

Checking tyre pressure (p. 572)

•

Fuel consumption and CO

2

emissions

(p. 688)

•

Filling washer fluid (p. 672)

•

Winter driving (p. 481)

•

Economical driving (p. 477)

•

Settings for car modem

*

(p. 548)

•

Recommendations for loading (p. 603)

•

Driving with a trailer (p. 494)

•

Pilot Assist

*

(p. 314)

•

Speed limiter (p. 294)

•

Emergency puncture repair kit (p. 588)

Winter driving

For winter driving it is important to perform
certain checks of the car in order to ensure
that it can be driven safely.

Check the following in particular before the
cold season:

•

The engine coolant must contain 50%
glycol. This mixture protects the engine
against frost down to approx. -35°C
(-31°F). To avoid health risks, different
types of glycol must not be mixed.

•

The fuel tank must be kept filled to pre-
vent condensation.

•

Engine oil viscosity is important. Oils with
lower viscosity (thinner oils) facilitate star-
ting in cold weather and also reduce fuel
consumption while the engine is cold.

IMPORTANT

Low viscosity oil must not be used for hard
driving or in hot weather.

•

The condition of the starter battery and
charge level must be inspected. Cold
weather places great demands on the
starter battery and its capacity is reduced
by the cold.

•

Use washer fluid with antifreeze to avoid
ice forming in the washer fluid reservoir.

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Slippery driving conditions

To achieve optimum roadholding Volvo recom-
mends using winter tyres on all wheels if there
is a risk of snow or ice.

NOTE

The use of winter tyres is a legal require-
ment in certain countries. Studded tyres
are not permitted in all countries.

Practise driving on slippery surfaces under
controlled conditions to learn how the car
reacts.

Related information

•

Winter tyres (p. 586)

•

Snow chains (p. 587)

•

Braking on gritted roads (p. 448)

•

Braking on wet roads (p. 448)

•

Filling washer fluid (p. 672)

•

Starter battery (p. 631)

•

Replacing windscreen wiper blades
(p. 670)

•

Replacing the wiper blade, rear window
(p. 669)

•

Topping up coolant (p. 628)

•

Adverse driving conditions for engine oil
(p. 684)

Driving in water

Wading means the car being driven through
water, e.g. on a flooded road. Driving in water
must be performed with great caution.

Observe the following to prevent damage to
the car when driving through water:

•

The water level must not be higher than
the floor of the car. If possible, check the
depth at the deepest point before starting
to drive through the water. Extra caution
should be exercised when passing
through flowing water.

•

Always change to

Off Road

drive mode

before driving through water in order to
ensure that the internal combustion
engine is running.

•

Do not drive faster than walking pace.

•

Do not stop the car in the water. Drive for-
ward carefully or reverse the car back out
of the water.

•

Remember that waves created by oncom-
ing traffic may rise above the level for the
floor of the car.

•

Avoid driving through salt water (corrosion
risk).

IMPORTANT

Parts of the car (e.g. engine, gearbox,
driveline or electrical components) may be
damaged when driving through water with
a level higher than the floor of the car.
Damaged caused to a component caused
by submersion, hydrolock or lack of oil is
not covered by the warranty.

In the event of stalling in water, do not try
to restart. Instead, tow the car out of the
water and transported on a low loader to a
workshop. An authorised Volvo workshop
is recommended.

When the water has been passed, depress the
brake pedal lightly and check that full brake
function is achieved. Water and mud for
example can make the brake linings wet
resulting in delayed brake function.

If necessary, clean the contact for the trailer
coupling after driving in water and mud.

Related information

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Recovery (p. 501)

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Low speed control (p. 474)