2006 MERCEDES-BENZ SLR airbag off

110 Controls in detailLightingHazard warning flasher
The hazard warning flasher can be
switched on at all times, even with the
SmartKey removed from the starter
switch.
The hazard warning flasher switches on
automatically when an airbag deploys.
The hazard warning flasher switch is
located on the upper part of the center
console.
1Hazard warning flasher switchSwitching on hazard warning flasher

Press hazard warning flasher
switch1.
All turn signals are flashing.Switching off hazard warning flasher

Press hazard warning flasher switch1
again.
iWith the hazard warning flasher
activated and the combination switch
set for either left or right turn, only the
respective turn signals will operate
when the ignition is switched on.
iIf the hazard warning flasher has been
activated automatically, press hazard
warning flasher switch1 once to
switch it off.

209 Controls in detail
Useful features
System self-check
Initially, after switching on the ignition,
malfunctions are detected and indicated
(the indicator lamps in the SOS button, the
Roadside Assistance button• and the
Information button¡ stay on longer
than 10 seconds or do not come on). The
message
Tele Aid – Drive to workshop

appears for approximately 10 seconds in
the multifunction display.Emergency calls
An emergency call is initiated
automatically following an accident in
which the emergency tensioning devices
(ETDs) or airbags have deployed.
An emergency call can also be initiated
manually by opening the cover next to the
inside rear view mirror labeled SOS, then
briefly pressing the button located under
the cover.
For more information, see “Initiating an
emergency call manually” (
page 211).
iWhen a Tele Aid call has been initiated,
the audio system is muted and the se-
lected mode (radio or CD) pauses. The
cellular phone (if installed) switches
off. If you must use this phone, we rec-
ommend that you use it only with the
vehicle at a standstill in a safe location.
Remove the phone from the cradle and
place the call. The multifunction display
in the instrument cluster is available for
use. After the Tele Aid call has ended,
the optional cellular phone switches on
again. A PIN entry might be necessary.
Warning!
G
If the indicator lamps in the SOS button, in
the Roadside Assistance button, and/or in
the Information button do not come on dur-
ing the system self-check, or if any of these
indicators remain illuminated continuously
in red and/or the message
Tele Aid -
Drive to workshop
is displayed in the
multifunction display after the system
self-check, a malfunction in the system has
been detected.
If a malfunction is indicated as outlined
above, the system may not operate as ex-
pected. Have the system checked at the
nearest Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.

306 Practical hintsWhat to do if ...Lamp in center consoleProblem
Possible cause/consequence
Suggested solution
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
The front passenger front airbag
off indicator lamp comes on and
remains illuminated.
A BabySmart
TM child seat is installed on the
front passenger seat. Therefore the passen-
ger front airbag is switched off.
The system is malfunctioning when there is
no BabySmart
TM child seat installed on the
front passenger seat.

Have the system checked at an autho-
rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon
as possible.
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
The front passenger front airbag
off indicator lamp does not come
on or does not remain illuminat-
ed with a BabySmart
TM child seat
properly installed on the front
passenger seat.
The system is malfunctioning.

Make sure there is nothing between
seat cushion and child seat.

Check installation of the child seat.
If the indicator lamp remains out:

Have the system checked at an autho-
rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon
as possible.
Do not use the BabySmart
TM restraint to
transport children on the front passenger
seat until the system has been repaired.

385 Technical terms
ABS
(A
nti-lock B
raking S
ystem)
Prevents the wheels from locking up
during braking so that the vehicle can
continue to be steered.
Accessory weight
(
page 281)
ACL
(Airbrake/C
entral L
ocking)
Controls the locking mechanism of the
Airbrake and the central locking sys-
tem.
Air pressure
(
page 281)
Aspect ratio
(page 281)BabySmart
TM airbag deactivation
system
This system detects if a special system
compatible child restraint seat is in-
stalled on the front passenger seat. The
system will automatically deactivate
the passenger front airbag when such a
seat is properly installed (PASSENGER
AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp on the low-
er center console illuminates and re-
mains illuminated).
BabySmartTM compatible child seats
Special restraint system for children.
The sensor system for the passenger
seat prevents deployment of the pas-
senger front airbag if a BabySmart
TM
compatible child seat is installed. See
an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
for availability.
Bar
(
page 281)BAS
(B
rake As
sist S
ystem)
System for potentially reducing braking
distances in emergency braking situa-
tions. The system is activated when it
senses an emergency based on how
fast the brake is applied.
Bead
(
page 281)
Bi-Xenon headlamps
Headlamps which use an electric arc as
the light source and produce a more in-
tense light than filament headlamps.
Bi-Xenon headlamps produce low
beam and high beam.
CAC
(Customer A
ssistance C
enter)
Mercedes-Benz customer service cen-
ter, which can help you with any ques-
tions about your vehicle and provide
assistance in the event of a break-
down.

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

393 Index
Body surface 292
Brake
Electrohydraulic brake system 84
Brake Assist System see BAS
Brake fluid 377, 379
Checking 242
Messages in the multifunction
display 300, 317
Brake lamps 349
High mounted 349
Messages in the multifunction
display 330
Brake pads
Messages in the multifunction
display 318
Brakes 232
Warning lamp 29, 300
Break-in the vehicle 230
Bulbs
Messages in the multifunction
display 330
Replacing 348C
CAC 385
California retail buyers and lessees, impor-
tant notice for 15
Call priority, Tele Aid 214
CAN system 386
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants 377
Cargo area see Trunk
Cassette player 152
Catalytic converter 239
CD changer 156
Location 157
CD player 124
Cellular phone
Delayed switch-off time 206
Inserting the cradle 205
Making calls in hands-free mode 207
Making calls in private mode 206
Re-inserting 207
Removing the cradle 205
Center console
Lower part 32
Upper part 31
Center storage compartment 201Central locking
Automatic 103, 137
Central locking switch 31
Locking/unlocking from inside 103
Central locking switch 103
Children in the vehicle 72
Airbags 64
Indicator lamp, front passenger front
airbag 75
Infant and child restraint systems 62,
75, 77
Cigarette lighter 202
Clock 29, 131
Setting time 131
Cockpit 26, 386
Cold tire inflation pressure 281
Combination switch 27, 53, 109
Compact guide 343
Control and operation of radio
transmitters 238
Control system 117, 386
Multifunction display 117
Multifunction steering wheel 118
Resetting to factory default 127

397 Index
Fuel tank
Capacity 377
Filler flap 241
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 377
Fuses 363
G
Garage door opener 216
Gasoline see Fuel
GAWR 282
Gear range
Automatic transmission 170
Canceling limit 169
Limiting 170
Shifting into optimal 169
Gear selector lever 32, 167
Lock 49, 51, 388
Position 167, 171
Position indicator 167
Gearshift
Indicator lamp 29
Program, Manual 173, 176
Global locking/unlocking see Key
Good visibility 179GPS 387
Gross Axle Weight Rating see GAWR
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating see GVWR
Gross Vehicle Weight see GVW
GVW 282
GVWR 282
H
Hands-free microphone 33
Hazard warning flasher 110
Head/thorax airbag 69
Headlamp switch-off delay see Delayed
switch-off, exterior lamps
Headlamps
Automatic headlamp mode 106
Cleaning lenses 295
Cleaning system 179, 252, 383
Manual headlamp mode 106
Messages in the multifunction
display 331
Replacing bulbs 348
Switch 52, 105
Head-thorax airbag 75, 387
High beam flasher 53, 109
Replacing bulbs 348High beam headlamps
Indicator lamp 29
Messages in the multifunction
display 331
Replacing bulbs 348
Switching on 109
High mounted brake lamp 349
High-pressure cleaners 293
Hood 244
Messages in the multifunction
display 329
Horn 27
HVAC see Automatic climate control
Hydroplaning 236
I
Identification labels 368
Identification Number, Vehicle (VIN) 368
Ignition 40
Immobilizer 90
Indicator lamps see Lamps, Indicator and
warning
Infant and child restraint systems see Chil-
dren in the vehicle
Inflation pressure see Tires, Inflation pres-
sure
Inside door handle 34

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