Mercedes-Benz 300 SL, Operator'S Manual

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The following items can be operated
with the key in steering lock position 1:
Wiper, windshield washer system,
headlamp cleaning system
(only in exterior lamp switch positions
or ),
headlamp flasher,
radio (also in position 0),
lighter,
rear window defroster,
power windows,
power seats,
orthopedic seat backrest,
heated seats,
steering column adjustment.
An audible warning sounds when the
driver's door is opened with the key in
steering lock positions 1 or 0.
With the engine at idle speed, the
charging rate of the alternator (output)
is limited.
It is therefore recommended to turn off
unnecessary electrical consumers while
driving in stop-and-go traffic. This pre-
caution helps to avoid draining of the
battery.
Unnecessary drain on the battery and
charging system may be minimized by
turning off the following power
consumers, for example: heated seats,
rear window defroster. In addition, the
automatic climate control blower speed
should be set to stage "1".