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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Dialing a number from the phone book
If your mobile phone is able to receive calls, you can search for and dial a
number from the phone book in the audio system or COMAND at any time.
Copy the telephone book of the mobile phone int ...
Compass function
You can display the current compass
direction heading in which the front of the
vehicle is facing.
1 Current compass heading
2 geo-coordinates
In the compass view, you can see the current
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Important safety notes
Observe the "Important safety notes"
section.
ABS regulates brake pressure in such a way
that the wheels do not lock when you brake.
This allows you to continue steering the
vehicl ...
