ADS (Adaptive Damping System)

ADS is continuously electronically-controlled. It adapts the damping characteristics to suit the current operating conditions. The damping is controlled for each wheel individually. This improve ...

Important safety notes

WARNING   The PARKTRONIC is a supplemental system. It is not intended to, nor does it replace, the need for extreme care. The responsibility during parking and other critical maneuvers ...

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Information on differential anddifferential locks
When the vehicle drives around a corner, the wheels on the outside of the bend must cover a greater distance and must therefore turn more rapidly than the wheels on the inside. The differential, ...

Memory storage
Two positions for the driver’s seat, steering column and outside mirrors can be stored in the automatic drive positioner memory. Follow these procedures to use the memory system. 1. Move t ...

Engine Power Messages
ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED This message displays and a chime sounds when the cooling system temperature gets too hot and the engine further enters the engine coolant protection mode. See Engine Overhe ...