2006 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK55AMG wheel

188 Controls in detailClimate controlMaximum cooling
Turn thumbwheels5and8
(page 178) upwards to the first stop.
The fixed center air vents4and9
(page 178) and the adjustable air
vents6and7 (
page 178) are
open.

For draft-free ventilation, move the
sliders for the center air vents
6and7 (
page 178) to the middle
position.

Turn thumbwheels1andc
(page 178) for the adjustable side air
vents2andb (
page 178) to the
fully open position.

Set air distribution control3
(page 182) to positiona.
The air distribution directs the air
through the center and side air vents.

Set air volume control2 (
page 183)
to position5.
The ventilation operates with maximum
blower speed.

Turn temperature controls1and4
(page 179) completely counterclock-
wise to their end stops.
The lowest temperature for both sides
is set.
Residual engine heat utilization
With the engine switched off, it is possible
to continue to heat or ventilate the interior
for up to 30 minutes. This feature makes
use of the residual heat produced by the
engine.
iWhen the vehicle’s interior has cooled
down enough, reduce the air volume
and increase the air temperature to
comfortable settings if desired.

191 Controls in detail
Automatic climate control*
Item
1
Thumbwheel for air volume control
for adjustable left side air vent
2
Left side air vent, adjustable
3
Fixed air vent for defrosting left side
window
4
Left center air vent, fixed
5
Thumbwheel for air volume control
for fixed/adjustable left center air
vents
6
Left center air vent, adjustable
7
Cockpit air vent
8
Thumbwheel for air volume control
for cockpit air vent
9
Right center air vent, adjustable
a
Thumbwheel for air volume control
for fixed/adjustable right center air
vents
b
Right center air vent, fixed
c
Fixed air vent for defrosting right
side window
d
Right side air vent, adjustable
e
Thumbwheel for air volume control
for adjustable right side air vent
f
Automatic climate control paneliWhen you turn the thumbwheels5
and a upwards to the first stop, the
fixed center air vents4 andb and
the adjustable center air vents6
and9 are open.
When you turn the thumbwheels com-
pletely upwards, only the adjustable
center air vents6 and9 are open.
For draft-free ventilation, move the slid-
ers for the center air vents6 and9
to the middle position.Item

196 Controls in detailAutomatic climate control*Adjusting air distribution
Use the air distribution
control8(
page 192) to adjust the air
distribution. The following symbols are
found on the control:

Turn air distribution control8
(page 192) to the desired position.
The indicator lamp on the buttonU
(page 192) goes out.
The automatic air distribution is
switched off. The air distribution is
controlled according to the selected
control setting.Opening the cockpit air vent and center
air vents

Turn thumbwheels5anda
(page 190) to the first stop and turn
thumbwheel8 (
page 190) upward
all the way.
The cockpit air vent7 and the center
air vents4,6,9andb are open.

Turn thumbwheels5anda
(page 190) upward all the way.
Only center air vents6and9 are
open.
Symbol
Function
a
Directs air through the
center, side and cockpit air
vents
Z
Directs air to the windows
and side air vents
b
Directs air into the entire
vehicle interior
Y
Directs air to the footwells
and side air vents
iYou can also turn the control to a
position between two symbols.

197 Controls in detail
Automatic climate control*
Closing the cockpit air vent and center
air vents
Turn thumbwheels5,8anda
(page 190) downward.
The cockpit air vent and the center air
vents are closed.
Opening and closing side air vents

Turn thumbwheels1ande
(page 190) in the corresponding di-
rection.
Side air vents2andd are open or
closed.
Adjusting air volume
Use buttonU (
page 192) for auto-
matic mode or air volume control1
(
page 192) to adjust air volume
manually.
Eleven blower speeds are available.

Turn air volume control1
(page 192) to the desired position.
The indicator lamp on the buttonU
(page 192) goes out.
The automatic operation of air volume
switches off.
Defrosting windshield
You can use this setting to defrost the
windshield, for example if it is iced up.
You can also defog the side windows.
iKeep this setting selected only until the
windshield or the side windows are
clear again.

230 Controls in detailAudio system
Further operating instructions not covered
here can be found in the operating instruc-
tions for the multifunction steering wheel
and the cellular telephone*.
I f y o u r a u d i o s y s t e m i s s e t u p f o r t e l e p h o n e
operation, the tsymbol will appear in
the display.
When you insert your Mercedes-Benz
specified mobile telephone* into the
telephone cradle, you will be prompted to
enter your PIN for 30 seconds
(page 231). This display disappears
when you press any button.
When your mobile telephone* is inserted
into the telephone cradle, you will see the
reception strength in the upper right-hand
corner of the display.Switching on the telephone
Switching on the telephone

Pressh button.
If the telephone was previously
switched off,
PROCESSING
appears in
the display and you will then be
prompted to enter your PIN.
Switching off the telephone

Pressh button for approx.
3 seconds.PROCESSING
appears in the display until
the telephone is off. Afterward,
PHONE OFF
appears in the display.
Warning!
G
A driver’s attention to the road must always
be his/her primary focus when driving. For
your safety and the safety of others, we rec-
ommend that you pull over to a safe location
and stop before placing or taking a tele-
phone call. If you choose to use the tele-
phone
1 while driving, please use the
hands-free device and only use the tele-
phone when weather, road, and traffic con-
ditions permit.
Some jurisdictions prohibit the driver from
using a cellular telephone while driving a ve-
hicle.
Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph
(approximately 50 km/h), your vehicle is
covering a distance of 44 feet
(approximately 14 m) every second.
1Observe all legal requirements.

237 Controls in detail
Audio system
Using your Mercedes-Benz specified
mobile telephone*, a number of functions
and operating steps can be performed and
displayed in the audio system display.
Further operating instructions not covered
here can be found in the operating instruc-
tions for the multifunction steering wheel
and the mobile telephone*.
I f y o u r a u d i o s y s t e m i s s e t u p f o r t e l e p h o n e
operation, the t symbol will appear in
the display.
When you insert your Mercedes-Benz
specified mobile telephone* into the
telephone cradle, you will be prompted to
enter your PIN for 30 seconds
(page 237). This display disappears
when you press any button.
When your mobile telephone* is inserted
into the telephone cradle, you will see the
reception strength in the upper right-hand
corner of the display.Switching on the telephone
Switching on the telephone

Press h button.
If you have programmed an unlock
code for the telephone, you must now
enter the code.

Enter code using buttons 1
toR.

If necessary, correct number entered
with the
CLR
soft key. Press soft key
briefly to delete the last digit entered;
press soft key and hold to delete the
complete number.

Press
OK soft key after entering correct
code.
The telephone is unlocked. If you have
entered an incorrect code, you must
enter the correct code.
Switching off the telephone

Press h button for approx.
3 seconds.PROCESSING
appears in the display until
the telephone is off. Afterward,
PHONE OFF
appears in the display.
Adjusting the volume

Turn rotary control of
E
button
during a telephone call.
The volume will increase or decrease
depending on the direction turned.
iThe volume can be adjusted separately
for telephone mode and audio mode.

260 Controls in detailDriving systemsThe driving system of your vehicle is
described on the following pages:

Cruise control, with which the vehicle
can maintain a preset speed.
The BAS, ABS and ESP
® driving systems
are described in the “Safety and Security”
section (
page 82).
Cruise control
The cruise control automatically maintains
the speed you set for your vehicle.
Use of cruise control is recommended for
driving at a constant speed for extended
periods of time.
You can set or resume cruise control at any
speed over 20 mph (30 km/h).
The cruise control function is operated by
means of the cruise control lever.
The cruise control lever is the uppermost
lever on the left-hand side of the steering
column (
page 22).
Warning!
G
The cruise control is a convenience system
designed to assist the driver during vehicle
operation. The driver is and must remain at
all times responsible for the vehicle speed
and for safe brake operation.
Only use the cruise control if the road,
traffic, and weather conditions make it
advisable to travel at a steady speed.

The use of cruise control can be danger-
ous on winding roads or in heavy traffic
because conditions do not allow safe
driving at a steady speed.


The use of cruise control can be danger-
ous on slippery roads. Rapid changes in
tire traction can result in wheel spin and
loss of control.


Deactivate the cruise control when driv-
ing in fog.
The “Resume” function should only be oper-
ated if the driver is fully aware of the previ-
ously set speed and wishes to resume this
particular preset speed.

273 Controls in detail
Useful features
You can take and place telephone calls us-
ing the buttonssandt on the mul-
tifunction steering wheel. Use the control
system for performing other telephone
functions (
page 151).
See separate operating manual for instruc-
tions on how to use the telephone.
Tele Aid
Shortly after the completion of your Tele
Aid acquaintance call, you will receive a
user ID and password. By visiting
www.mbusa.com and selecting “Tele Aid”
(USA only), you will have access to account
information, remote door unlock and
more.The Tele Aid system
(Telematic Alarm Identification on
Demand)
The Tele Aid system consists of three
types of response:


Automatic and manual emergency


Roadside Assistance


Information
The Tele Aid system is operational provid-
ing that the vehicle’s battery is charged,
properly connected, not damaged and cel-
lular and GPS coverage is available.
The speaker volume of a Tele Aid call can
be adjusted when using the volume control
on the multifunction steering wheel. To
raise, press buttonæ and to lower,
press buttonç or use the volume knob
on your audio system or COMAND* head
unit.
Only operate the COMAND (Cockpit Man-
agement and Data System)* or audio sys-
tem if road, weather, and traffic conditions
permit.
Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph
(approximately 50 km/h), your vehicle is
covering a distance of 44 feet
(approximately 14 m) every second.
!The initial activation of the Tele Aid sys-
tem may only be performed by com-
pleting the subscriber agreement and
placing an acquaintance call using the
¡button. Failure to complete either
of these steps will result in a system
that is not activated.
If you have any questions regarding ac-
tivation, please call the Response
Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA)
or 1-888-923-8367 (in Canada).