2006 MERCEDES-BENZ SLR ESP

388 Technical termsOverspeed range
Engine speeds within the red marking
on the tachometer dial. Avoid this en-
gine speed range, as it may result in se-
rious engine damage that is not
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.
Poly-V-belt drive
Drives engine-components (alternator,
AC compressor, etc.) from the engine.
Power train
Collective term designating all compo-
nents used to generate and transmit
motive power to the drive axles, includ-
ing


engine


clutch/torque converter


transmission


transfer case


drive shaft


differential


axle shafts/axlesProduction options weight
(
page 282)
Program mode selector switch
Used to switch the automatic transmis-
sion between sport operation (S), com-
fort operation (C) and manual
operation (MAN).
PSI
(Pounds per s
quare i
nch)
(
page 283)
Recommended tire inflation pressure
(page 283)
REST
(Residual Engine Heat Utilization)
Feature that uses the engine heat
stored in the coolant to heat the vehi-
cle interior for a short time after the en-
gine has been turned off.
Rim
(page 283)RON
(R
esearch O
ctane N
umber)
The Research Octane Number for gaso-
line as determined by a standardized
method. It is an indication of a gaso-
line's ability to resist undesired detona-
tion (knocking). 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.
Electrohydraulic brake system
Electronically controlled hydraulic
braking system for increased braking
safety and comfort.
Shift lock
When the vehicle is parked, this lock
prevents the gear selector lever from
being inadvertently moved out of posi-
tion P without SmartKey turned and
brake pedal depressed.

389 Technical terms
Sidewall
(
page 283)
SRS
(Supplemental R
estraint S
ystem)
Seat belts, emergency tensioning de-
vice and airbags. Though independent
systems, they are closely interfaced to
provide effective occupant protection.
Tele Aid
(Tele
matic A
larm I
dentification on D
e--
mand)
The Tele Aid system consists of three
types of response: automatic and man-
ual emergency, roadside assistance
and information. Tele Aid is initially ac-
tivated by completing a subscriber
agreement and placing an acquain-
tance call.
The Tele Aid system is operational pro-
vided that the vehicle’s battery is
charged, properly connected, not dam-
aged and cellular and GPS coverage is
available.Tightening torque
Force times lever arm (e.g. a lug
wrench) with which threaded fasteners
such as wheel bolts are tightened.
TIN
(T
ire I
dentification N
umber)
(
page 283)
Tire load rating
(page 283)
Tire ply composition and material used
(page 283)
Tire speed rating
(page 283)
TIREFIT kit
Accessory for emergency and tempo-
rary tire repair. The TIREFIT kit consists
of a container with sealant material, a
filler hose and an air compressor.
Traction
(page 283)Tread
(
page 283)
Treadwear indicators
(page 283)
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards
(page 284)
Vehicle capacity weight
(page 284)
Vehicle maximum load on the tire
(page 284)
VIN
(Vehicle I
dentification N
umber)
The number set by the manufacturer
and placed on the body to uniquely
identify each vehicle produced.

391 Index
A
ABS 79, 385
Indicator lamp 29, 299
Messages in the multifunction
display 309
ABS/ESP
®
Warning lamp 29, 298
Accelerator position, automatic
transmission 173
Accessory weight 281
Accident 56
ACL 385
Messages in the multifunction
display 312
Additional turn signals, Exterior
mirror 349
Air conditioning system see Automatic cli-
mate control
Air distribution 187
Air pressure 281
Air pressure see Tire inflation pressure
Air recirculation mode 188
Air vents 183
Air volume 186Airbags 63
Children 64
Front, Driver 68
Front, Passenger 68
Head-thorax 68, 69
Knee 68
Safety guidelines 67
Airbrake 31, 87
Automatic mode 89
Emergency braking 89
Manual mode 88
Message in the multifunction
display 315
Test Mode 88
Warning lamp 29, 303
Alarm system see Anti-theft systems
Anticorrosion/antifreeze 377, 382
Antiglare, Interior rear view mirror 179
Antilock Brake System see ABS
Anti-theft systems
Anti-theft alarm system 90
Immobilizer 90
Tow-away alarm 92Anti-theft wheel nuts 285
Aquaplaning see Hydroplaning
Armrest 200
Ashtray 202
Aspect ratio 281
AUDIO menu 123
Audio system 31, 143
Button and soft key operation 146
Cassette operation 152
CD operation 156
Location 143
Operating and display elements 144
Operating safety 143
Operation 146
Radio operation 149
Switching on/off 146
Telephone operation 160, 204
Auto-dimming, Interior rear view
mirror 179
Automatic car wash 293
Automatic central locking, Control
system 103, 137

395 Index
Driving 46, 51
Abroad 238
Hints, Electrohydraulic brake
system 86
Hydroplaning 236
In winter 237
Instructions 46, 231
Problems 56
Safety systems 79
Systems 197
Through standing water 238
Tips, Automatic transmission 173
Driving safety systems 79
ABS 79
BAS 81
Electrohydraulic brake system 84
ESP
®
81
Driving systems
Cruise control 197
Dust cover 224E
Electric air pump 342
Electrical fuses 363
Electrical outlet see Power outlet
Electrical system, Technical data 374
Electrohydraulic brake system 79, 84,
388
Activation 85
Deactivation 86
Driving hints 86
Emergency operating mode 84
Messages in the multifunction
display 319
Self-check 85, 318
Warning lamp 84
Electronic Stability Program see ESP
®
Emergency calls
911 164
Tele Aid 209
Emergency operations
Automatic transmission (Limp Home
Mode) 178
Remote door unlock, Tele Aid 215
Trunk lid, Releasing from inside 102
Unlocking the vehicle 344
Emergency Tensioning Device see ETDEmergency, In case of
First aid kit 342
Flat tire 351
Hazard warning flasher 110
Instrument cluster, Indicator
lamps 298
Roadside Assistance 16, 211
Towing the vehicle 360
Emission control 240
Information label 368
System warranties 14
Vacuum line routing diagram
label 368
Engine
Break-in recommendations 230
Cleaning 293
Compartment 244
Malfunction indicator lamp 29, 301
Number 368, 386
Poly-V-belt layout 369
Starting 49
Tachometer 29
Technical data 370
Turning off 58
Engine coolant see Coolant

396 IndexEngine oil 247, 378
Adding 249, 377
Additives 247, 378
Checking level 248
Consumption 247
Filler neck 248
Message in the multifunction
display 328
Recommended engine oils and oil
filter 378
Temperature 29
Oil temperature indicator 303
Viscosity 386
ESP
®
79, 81, 386
Resetting 311
Warning lamp 81, 298
Messages in the multifunction
display 310
ETD 72, 386
Safety guidelines 67
Exterior lamp switch 52, 105
Exterior rear view mirrors 44F
Filler neck, Engine oil 248
First aid kit 342
Flat tire 351
Preparing the vehicle 351
TIREFIT kit 351
Floormats 223
Fluids
Automatic transmission fluid 249,
377
Brake fluid 242, 377, 379
Capacities 377
Engine coolant 250, 377, 381
Engine oil 247, 377, 378
Power steering fluid 377
Windshield washer and headlamp
cleaning system 252, 377
Fog lamps 108, 349
Message in the multifunction
display 330
Front airbags 68
Front lamps see HeadlampsFuel 241
Additives 380
Capacity, Fuel tank 377
Consumption statistics 138
Filler flap 241
Filling the tank 241
Fuel reserve warning lamp 29, 303
Gauge 29
Premium unleaded gasoline 241,
379
Requirements, Octane rating 377,
380
Fuel cap
Messages in the multifunction
display 301, 329
Fuel filler flap
Locking/unlocking 241
Fuel reserve
Message in the multifunction
display 329
Fuel reserve warning lamp 29
Fuel system
Message in the multifunction
display 329

398 IndexInstrument cluster 28, 113, 387
Illumination brightness 113
Lamps 298
Messages in display see Multifunction
display messages
Multifunction display 117
Instrument lighting 113
Instrument panel see Instrument cluster
Instruments and controls see Cockpit
Interior lighting 111
Delayed switch-off 135
Interior rear view mirror 44
Auto-dimming 179
Interior storage spaces see Storage com-
partments
J
Jacking up the vehicle 351
Jump starting 356K
Key, Mechanical 344
Key, SmartKey
Battery check lamp 98
Checking the batteries 99
Factory setting 98
Locking/unlocking 96
Locking/unlocking, Global setting 98
Locking/unlocking, Selective
setting 98
Loss of 99
Messages in the multifunction
display 329
Opening and closing the
windows 195, 196
Positions in starter switch 40
Remote control 96
Replacing the batteries 346
Turning off the engine 58
Unlocking, Trunk 99
Kickdown 173, 387
Kilopascal 282
Knee airbags 68L
Labels
Certification 368
Emission control label 368
Vacuum line routing 368
Lamps
Exterior 348
Lamps, exterior
Messages in the multifunction
display 330
Lamps, indicator and warning
ABS 29, 299
ABS/ESP
®
29, 298
Airbrake 29, 303
Battery, SmartKey 98
Brake 29, 300
Center console 306
Coolant 29, 302
Engine malfunction 29, 301
Engine oil temperature 29, 303
Fog lamps 108
Fuel reserve 29, 303
Gearshift 29, 303
High beam 29
Instrument cluster 298
Maintenance service indicator 289

400 IndexMultifunction display messages
ABS 309
ACL malfunction 312
Airbrake 315
Battery, Vehicle 315
Brake pads 318
Coolant 323
Cruise control 310
Differential 326
Display 327
Doors 327
Electrohydraulic brake system 319
Engine 328
Engine oil 328
ESP
®
310
Fuel system 329
Hood 329
Lamps 330
Parking brake 322
Reserve fuel 329
Seat belt 334
Service brake 322
SmartKey 329
Telephone 329
Tires 335
Trunk lid 341Washer fluid 341
Multifunction steering wheel 30, 118,
387
Button operation 118
Gearshift control, Automatic
transmission 174
N
Net, parcel 201
New vehicle break-in 230
Night security illumination 108, 134
Normal occupant weight 282
Number, Vehicle Identification
(VIN) 368, 389
O
Occupant distribution 282
Occupant safety
Airbags 63
BabySmart
TM airbag deactivation
system 75
Children and airbags 64
Children in the vehicle 72
Fastening the seat belts 46
Infant and child restraint systems 73
Seat belts 69
Octane number 388Odometer
Main 117
Trip 115
Oil level see Engine oil, Checking level
Oil see Engine oil
One-touch gearshifting, Automatic
transmission 168
Operating safety
Audio system 143
Vehicle 20
Operator’s manual 342
Outside temperature see Displays
Overdue maintenance service 290
Overhead control panel 33
Overspeed range, Engine 115, 388
P
Panic alarm 78
Parcel net in trunk 201
Parking 57, 234
Parking brake 32
Engaging 57
Message in the multifunction
display 322
Releasing 50