General notes
AIRMATIC enables a suspension tuning setting to be selected and regulates the damping behavior and level of your vehicle.
The system comprises a minimum of two components: ADS (Adaptive Damping System) (Y page 180) and level control (Y page 181). Your vehicle may also be equipped with the Active Curve System.
Observe the notes on driving with a trailer.
See also:
Important safety notes
WARNING
To help avoid personal injury during a collision
or sudden maneuver, exercise care when
storing objects in the vehicle. Put luggage or
cargo in the trunk if possible.
Do not pile l ...
Under the Hood
Adapted from the engine in the S-Class sedan and SL-Class roadster, the
all-aluminum, 5.0-liter V-8 produces 300 horsepower and 330 pounds-feet of
torque. Each engine cylinder uses a three-valve, ...
Driving with DISTRONIC PLUS
Pulling away
– If the vehicle in front pulls away: remove
your foot from the brake pedal.
– Briefly pull the cruise control lever
towards you.
or
– Accelerate briefly.
Your vehicle pulls away ...