2007 MERCEDES-BENZ SLR wheel

401 Technical terms
Instrument cluster
The displays and indicator/warning
lamps in the driver’s field of vision, in-
cluding the tachometer, speedometer,
engine temperature and fuel gauge.
Kickdown
Depressing the accelerator past the
point of resistance shifts the transmis-
sion down to the lowest possible. This
very quickly accelerates the vehicle
and should not be used for normal
acceleration needs.
Kilopascal (kPa)
(
page 285)
Maximum load rating
(
page 285)
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
(
page 285)
Maximum tire inflation pressure
(
page 285)MON
(M
otor Octane Number)
The Motor Octane Number for gasoline
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.
Multifunction display
Two display fields in the instrument
cluster used to present information
provided by the control system.
Multifunction steering wheel
Steering wheel with buttons for
operating the control system.
Normal occupant weight
(
page 285)OCS
(O
ccupant Classification System)
The system automatically turns the
front passenger front air bag on or off
based on the classified occupant size
category determined by weight sensor
readings from the seat.
Overspeed range
Engine speeds within the red marking
on the tachometer dial. Avoid this
engine speed range, as it may result in
serious 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.

403 Technical terms
Tele Aid
(Tele
matic Alarm Identification on
Demand)
The Tele Aid system consists of three
types of response: automatic and
manual emergency, Roadside
Assistance and Information. Tele Aid is
initially activated by completing a
subscriber agreement and placing an
acquaintance call.
The Tele Aid system is operational
provided 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
(Tire Identification Number)
(
page 286)
Tire load rating
(
page 286)
Tire ply composition and material used
(
page 286)
Tire speed rating
(
page 286)
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 286)Tread
(
page 286)
Treadwear indicators
(
page 286)
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards
(
page 286)
Vehicle capacity weight
(
page 286)
Vehicle maximum load on the tire
(
page 286)
VIN
(V
ehicle Identification Number)
The number set by the manufacturer
and placed on the body to uniquely
identify each vehicle produced.

405 Index
A
ABS 81, 399
Indicator lamp 29, 302
Messages in the multifunction
display 316, 317
ABS/ESP
®
Warning lamp 29, 300
Accelerator position, automatic
transmission 173
Accessory weight 284
Accident 54
ACL 399
Messages in the multifunction
display 323
Additional turn signals, Exterior
mirror 360Air bags 62
Children 63
Front, Driver 65
Front, Passenger 66
Head-thorax 65, 66
Knee 66
Occupant Classification System
(OCS) 67
Passenger front air bag off indicator
lamp 70
Safety guidelines 64
Air conditioning system see Automatic cli-
mate control
Air distribution 191, 192
Air pressure 284
Air pressure see Tire inflation pressure
Air recirculation mode 195
Air vents 187
Air volume 191, 193Airbrake 31, 89
Automatic mode 91
Emergency braking 91
Manual mode 90
Message in the multifunction
display 327
Test Mode 90
Warning lamp 29, 307
Alarm system see Anti-theft systems
Anticorrosion/antifreeze 390, 396
Antiglare, Interior rear view mirror 182
Antilock Brake System see ABS
Anti-theft systems
Anti-theft alarm system 92
Immobilizer 92
Tow-away alarm 94
Anti-theft wheel nuts 288
Aquaplaning see Hydroplaning
Armrest 206

406 Index
Ashtray 208
Aspect ratio 284
AUDIO menu 126
Audio system 31, 145
Button and soft key operation 148
Cassette operation 154
CD operation 158
Location 145
Operating and display elements 146
Operating safety 145
Operation 148
Radio operation 151
Switching on/off 148
Telephone operation 162, 210
Auto-dimming, Interior rear view
mirror 182
Automatic car wash 296
Automatic central locking, Control
system 104, 139Automatic climate control 186
Adjusting air volume 193
Air conditioning refrigerant 391
Air conditioning, Cooling 196
Air distribution 191, 192
Air recirculation mode 195
Air vents 187
Air volume 191
Control panel 188
Deactivating system 190
Defrosting 185, 194
MAXCOOL 193
Residual heat utilization 197
Side air vents 31
Temperature 191
Temperature sensor 33
Automatic headlamp mode 107
Automatic lighting control, Interior
lighting 112Automatic transmission 169
Accelerator position 173
Damage 372
Driving tips 173
Emergency operation (Limp-Home
Mode) 181
Gear ranges 174
Gear selector lever 32, 169
Gear selector lever control one-touch
gearshifting 175
Gear selector lever position 171
Gear shifting malfunctions 181
Kickdown 173
Manual shift program 179
Shift program mode selector
switch 175
Shifting procedure 170
Starting the engine 47
Steering wheel gearshift control
one-touch gearshifting 177
Towing 372
Transmission fluid level 254
Automatic transmission fluid 254

408 Index
Central locking
Automatic 104, 139
Central locking switch 31
Locking/unlocking from inside 105
Central locking switch 105
Child restraints 60
Children in the vehicle 75
Air bags 63
Indicator lamp, passenger front air
bag 70
Infant and child restraint systems 60,
70, 78
Occupant Classification System
(OCS) 67
Passenger front air bag off indicator
lamp 70, 312
Cigarette lighter 208
Clock 29, 133
Setting time 134
Closed circuit racing
Brakes 238
Cockpit 26, 399Cold tire inflation pressure 284
Combination switch 27, 51, 110
Compact guide 354
Control and operation of radio
transmitters 243
Control system 117, 399
Multifunction display 117
Multifunction steering wheel 118
Control system menus 120
722 Edition menu 123
AUDIO menu 126
Settings menu 129
Standard display menu 122
TEL menu 141
Trip computer menu 139
Vehicle status message memory
menu 128
Control system submenus 121, 130
Instrument cluster 132
Lighting 134
Time 133
Vehicle 138Controller Area Network see CAN
Coolant 248, 255, 394
Anticorrosion/antifreeze mixing ratio
and quantity 396
Capacities 390
Checking coolant level 248, 255
Messages in the multifunction
display 335
Temperature 245
Temperature gauge 115
Warning lamp 29, 306
Courtesy lighting 113
Cruise control 27, 203, 400
Messages in the multifunction
display 317
Curb weight 284
Customer Assistance Center see CAC

415 Index
Multifunction display messages
ABS 316, 317
ACL malfunction 323
Airbrake 327
Battery, Vehicle 327
Brake pads 334
Coolant 335
Coolant level 335
Differential 338
Doors 352
Electro-hydraulic brake system 329
Engine oil 339
ESP
®318
Fuel system 339
Hood 352
Lamps 341
Parking brake 334
Passenger front air bag 321
Reserve fuel 340
Seat belt 352
Service brake 334
SmartKey 340
Telephone 340
Tires 346
Trunk lid 352
Washer fluid 352Multifunction steering wheel 30, 118,
401
Button operation 118
N
Net, parcel 207
Neutral gear position, Automatic
transmission 169
Night security illumination 109, 136
Normal occupant weight 285
Number, Vehicle Identification
(VIN) 378, 403
O
Occupant Classification System see OCS
Occupant distribution 285
Occupant safety
Air bags 62
Children and air bags 63
Children in the vehicle 75
Fastening the seat belts 45
Infant and child restraint systems 76
OCS 67
Passenger front air bag off indicator
lamp 70
Seat belts 71
SRS 60OCS 67, 401
Self-test 71
Octane number 402
Odometer
Main 117
Trip 115
Oil level see Engine oil, Checking level
Oil see Engine oil
One-touch gearshifting
Gear selector lever 175
Steering wheel gearshift
control* 177
Operating safety
Audio system 145
Vehicle 20
Operator’s manual 353
Outside temperature 122
Outside temperature see Displays
Overdue maintenance service 293
Overhead control panel 33
Overspeed range, Engine 116, 401

418 Index
Side marker lamps
Messages in the multifunction
display 343
Replacing bulbs 360
Side windows see Power windows
Sidewall 285
SmartKey see Key, SmartKey
Snow chains 291
Snow tires* 290
Spare fuses 373
Spare parts service 376
Speed setting
Cruise control 205
Speed settings
Cruise control 205
Speedometer 29
SRS 60, 402
Indicator lamp 29, 310
Messages in the multifunction
display 323
Standing lamps 106
Standing water, Driving trough 243Start button 48
Starter battery 256, 367
Starter switch 27, 40
Starting difficulties, Engine 49
Starting the engine 47
Steering wheel 42
Buttons 30
Steering wheel gearshift control
Indicator lamp 307
Steering wheel gearshift control one-touch
gearshifting
Automatic transmission 177
Stolen Vehicle Recovery services 221
Storage compartments 206
Armrest 206
Center 207
Map pocket, Passenger footwell 206
Parcel net in trunk 207
Rear 207
Storing tires 261
Submenus see Control system submenus
Sun visors 183
Supplement Restraint System see SRS
Symbols used in this Operator’s
Manual 19T
Tachometer 29
Overspeed range 116
Tail lamps
Messages in the multifunction
display 344
Replacing bulbs 359
Technical data 374
Air conditioning refrigerant 391
Brake fluid 392
Coolants 394
Electrical system 386
Engine 380
Engine oil additives 391
Engine oils 391
Fuel requirements 393
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 389
Gasoline additives 393
Main dimensions 387
Poly-V-belt 379
Premium unleaded gasoline 392

419 Index
Rims and tires 381
Weights 388
Windshield and headlamp washer
system 390
Windshield washer system and head-
lamp cleaning system 397
Tele Aid 214, 403
Call priority 220
Emergency calls 215
Hands-free microphone 33
Information 218
Initiating an emergency call
manually 217
Messages in the multifunction
display 352
Remote door unlock 220
Roadside Assistance 217
SOS button 217
Stolen Vehicle Recovery
services 221
System self-check 215Telephone 209
Answering a call 142
Dialing 143
Ending a call 143
Hands-free microphone 33
Loading phone book 143
Messages in the multifunction
display 340
Operation 141, 162
Redialing 144
Signal strength 141
Storage location 207
Temperature
Interior temperature 191
Outside temperature 116
Sensor, Interior 33
Sensor, outside 116
Tether attachment points, see Children in
the vehicle
Tightening torque, Wheel bolts 287, 288,
403
Time 133
TIN 279, 286
Tire and Loading Information 262
Placard 262
Terminology 284Tire Identification Number see TIN
Tire inflation pressure
Checking
Checking electronically 269
Checking manually 269
TIREFIT kit 353, 362, 403
Tire inflation pressure 364
Using 362
Tires 258, 381
Air pressure 284
Care and maintenance 259
Cleaning 261
Direction of rotation, Spinning 261
Driving instructions 240
Hydroplaning 241
Important guidelines 258
Important notes, Tire inflation
pressure 268
Inflation pressure 249, 267, 268,
281
Information placards 262
Inspection 259
Load rating 274, 280, 286
Loading terminology 284