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Automatic emergency braking when a collision is imminent
The well-proven, radar based assistance systems from the S-Class are now also optionally available to Mercedes-Benz E-Class customers. A further development of the long-range radar sensor now has ...

Tow-starting (emergency starting)
Vehicles with automatic transmission must not be started by tow-starting. This could otherwise damage the transmission. ...

How the occupant classification system works
The Occupant Classification System (OCS) categorizes the occupant on the frontpassenger seat by means of a weight sensor. The front-passenger front air bag is deactivated automatically for certain ...