Precise wheel location: the front axle with McPherson struts
At the front axle a three-link construction with McPherson struts is used. The lower link level consists of two separate elements which act as torque and cross struts and which are both forged from aluminium. In addition to more precise wheel location, this construction has the particular advantage of compensating vibrations caused by tyre imbalances or fluctuating brake forces better than rigid wishbones.
The third component in the three-link system is the track rod, which connects the transversely installed steering gear with the wheels. The reinforced stabiliser is linked to the spring strut, which is also actively involved in front wheel location.
The struts consist of cylindrical, lateral force compensated coil springs, twin-tube shock absorbers and newly developed three-phase head bearings. If severe body roll occurs, the stabiliser is supported by rebound buffer springs to ensure agile handling accompanied by a high level of comfort.
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Activating/deactivating ATTENTION
ASSIST
This function is not available in HYBRID
vehicles.
Press the or
button on the
steering wheel to select the DriveAssist
menu.
Press the or
button to select
Attention Assist.
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Proper use
WARNING
There are various warning stickers affixed to
your vehicle. Their purpose is to alert you and
others to various dangers. Therefore, do not
remove any warning stickers unless the
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installing and removing the seat
cushion
You must remove the seat cushion if you wish
to lift the trunk floor, e.g. if the vehicle has a
flat tire.
•► To remove: fold seat cushion 2 upwards
and remove it from seat cushion
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