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.
See also:
Correct driver's seat position
Correct driver's seat position
Observe the safety guidelines on seat
adjustment.
Check whether you have adjusted seat 3
properly.
Electrical seat adjustment.
When adjusting the seat, make s ...
Activating/deactivating airrecirculation mode
You can deactivate the flow of fresh air if unpleasant odors are entering the
vehicle from outside. The air already inside the vehicle will then be recirculated.
WARNING
Fogged windows impair ...
Activating/deactivating PRE-SAFE®
Brake
PRE-SAFE® Brake is only available in vehicles
with DISTRONIC PLUS.
– Press the or
button on the
steering wheel to select the DriveAssist
menu.
– Press or
to select PRE-SAFE
Brake.
– P ...
