Suspension
Chassis
63
b
Introduction of the New E-Class, Model Series 212 Sedan
AIRMATIC properties and advantages
• The damping adjusts continuously for significant
improvements in ride comfort even in laden
vehicles in terms of body and shock behavior
• The automatic speed-dependent ride-height
control reduces fuel consumption and improves
vehicle safety
• The level adjustment switch allows the ground
clearance to be increased for rough roads or steep
driveways
• The quick damping adjustment ensures that the
damper characteristic is immediately adapted to
suit the vehicle dynamics in the case of evasive
maneuvers
Comfort and Sport button
In Sport mode the characteristic of the shock
absorbers is increased to improve vehicle dynamics.
• For better control of the vehicle
• To reduce understeer at speeds up to 120 km / h
• For better directional stability and road adhesion at
higher speeds
P35.10-2353-00
Rear axle with AIRMATIC air suspension
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