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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Jump-starting
WARNING
Failure to follow these directions will cause damage to the electronic
components, and can lead
to a battery explosion and severe injury or death.
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Cruise control lever
1 To switch on or to increase the speed
2 To switch on or to reduce the speed
3 To deactivate cruise control
4 To switch on with the current speed or
with the last stored speed
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Closing the DEF filler cap and fuel filler
flap
– Place DEF filler cap 2 on the filler neck and
turn it clockwise.
– To close the fuel filler flap, press it in the
direction of arrow 1.
– Drive at a speed above 10 mph (16 km/h).
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