Parking the vehicle for a long period
If you leave the vehicle parked for longer than four weeks, the battery may be damaged by exhaustive discharge.
► Connecting a trickle charger.
You can obtain information about trickle chargers from a qualified specialist workshop.
If you leave the vehicle parked for longer than six weeks, the vehicle may suffer damage as a result of lack of use.
► Visit a qualified specialist workshop and seek advice.
See also:
Important safety notes
WARNING
The vehicle is braked when the HOLD function
or DISTRONIC PLUS is activated. Therefore,
deactivate HOLD and DISTRONIC PLUS if the
vehicle is to be towed.
The vehicle can be towed a maximu ...
Important safety notes
WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous.
It burns violently and can cause serious
personal injury.
Never allow sparks, flames or smoking
materials near gasoline.
Turn off the en ...
Exterior care
Automatic car wash
WARNING
Braking efficiency is reduced after washing
the vehicle. This could cause an accident. For
this reason, you must drive particularly
carefully after washing the vehicle ...