Mercedes-Benz S 320 1999, Owner'S Manual

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Adaptive Damping System (ADS)
Depending upon road surface
conditions, load, driving style,
ADS will automatically adjust
the optimal ride firmness.
The malfunction indicator lamp
comes on with the key in steering
lock position 2 and goes out when
the engine is running.
If the malfunction indicator lamp
stays on after the engine is running
or comes on while driving, then the
system has detected a malfunction.
We recommend that you visit an
authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer
as soon as possible to have the
system checked out.
Note:
If the power supply was interrupted
(battery disconnected or empty),
the malfunction indicator lamp will
light up when the engine is
running.
Turn the steering wheel from full
left to full right lock position. The
light should go out.
Adaptive Damping System
Adjustment
The switch is located on the center
console.
1 Firm damping program.
This setting should be used
for sporty driving.
During the setting for sporty
driving the indicator lamp in the
switch lights up.
2 Soft damping program.
This setting should be used for
regular driving.