User manual MERCEDES SL 500 MANUAL 2003

[. . . ] SL 500 SL 55 AMG Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz. Your selection of our product is a demonstration of your trust in our company name. Further, it exemplifies your desire to own an automobile that will be as easy as possible to operate and provide years of service. Your Mercedes-Benz represents the efforts of many skilled engineers and craftsmen. [. . . ] With decreasing speed, the ride height is again raised to the selected vehicle level. i These height adjustments are so small that you may not notice any change. Select the level 1 and 2 settings only when required by current driving conditions. Handling may be impaired. Warning! G To help avoid personal injury, keep hands and feet away from wheel housing area, and stay away from under the vehicle when lowering the vehicle chassis. 184 Controls in detail Driving systems The following vehicle level settings can be selected when the vehicle is stationary: Vehicle level when Use for stationary Normal Level 1 Level 2 1 Height increase over normal None mm)1 Automatic lowering Max. 1. 0 in (25 mm) Indicator lamps ( page 185) Both lamps off One lamp on Both lamps on Normal operation Driving with snow chains Max. 1. 0 in (25 mm)1 conditions Dependent on loading The switch and the indicator lamps are located in the lower section of the center console. At level 1, indicator lamp 2 is illuminated and at level 2 both indicator lamps are illuminated. When the vehicle is at level 2, pressing the switch will return the vehicle to normal level. i Pressing the switch twice in quick succession will cause the vehicle to immediately raise or lower to the new vehicle level as selected. The selected vehicle level setting remains stored in memory even if the engine is turned off and restarted. 1 Indicator lamp 1 2 Indicator lamp 2 3 Vehicle level control switch 185 Controls in detail Driving systems Parktronic system* Warning!The Parktronic system monitors the surroundings of your vehicle with six sensors in the front bumper and four sensors in the rear bumper. Warning! G G 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 always rests with the driver. Special attention must be paid to objects with smooth surfaces or low silhouettes (e. g. Such objects may not be detected by the system and can damage the vehicle. The operational function of the Parktronic can be affected by dirty sensors, especially at times of snow and ice. working jackhammers or the air brakes of trucks) can cause the system to send erratic indications, and should be taken into consideration. Make sure that no persons or animals are in the area in which you are maneuvering. Otherwise you run the risk of causing injury. The Parktronic system is an electronic aid designed to assist the driver during parking maneuvers. It visually and audibly indicates the relative distance between the vehicle and an obstacle. The Parktronic system is automatically activated when you switch on the ignition and release the parking brake. At lower speeds the Parktronic system turns on again. 1 Sensors in the front bumper 186 Controls in detail Driving systems Range of the sensors To function properly, the sensors must be free of dirt, ice snow and slush. Clean the sensors regularly, being careful not to scratch or damage the sensors. 6 in (15 cm) ! During parking maneuvers, pay special attention to objects located above or below the height of the sensors (e. g. [. . . ] The average of both the MON (Motor Octane Number) and RON (Research Octane Number) is posted at the pump, also known as ANTI-KNOCK INDEX. SBC (Sensotronic Brake Control) Electronically controlled hydraulic braking system for increased braking safety and comfort. Shift lock When the vehicle is parked, this lock prevents the transmission selector lever from being inadvertently moved out of position P without key turned and brake pedal depressed. SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Seat belts, emergency tensioning device and airbags. Though independent systems, they are closely interfaced to provide effective occupant protection. [. . . ]