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It allows less torque to be put to the ground in adverse weather conditions as well. Newer MB's just have a switch now that allows either 1st or 2nd gear start, they also have a 2nd reverse gear as well. This is for smoother starts as well as less torque to the ground in rain and snow. Like starting in second on a standard shift so you do not spin the tires and lose traction. Of course this was more helpful before Traction Control and ESP/ASR were introduced.
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~Jamie
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2003 Pewter C230K SC C1, C4, C5, C7, heated seats, CD Changer, and 6 Speed. ContiExtremes on the C7's.
1986 190E 2.3 Black, Auto, Mods to come soon.....
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