Mercedes-Benz SL 320, Operator'S Manual

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Note:
If the engine does not brake the vehicle
sufficiently while driving on a
downgrade, the speed you set on the
cruise control may be exceeded and
you may have to step on the brake
pedal to slow down. As soon as the
grade eases, the cruise controlled speed
will again be maintained as long as the
brakes were not previously applied, or
the lever may be used to resume the
previously set speed if the brakes were
applied.
Warning!
Only use the cruise control if the
traffic and weather conditions make
it advisable to travel at a steady
speed.
•
The use of cruise control
can be dangerous on winding
roads or in heavy traffic
because conditions do not
allow safe driving at a
steady speed.
•
The use of cruise control
can be dangerous on slippery
roads. Rapid changes
in tire adhesion can result
in wheel spin and loss of
control.
The "Resume" function should only
be operated if the driver is fully
aware of the previously set speed and
wishes to resume this particular
preset speed.
Caution!
When driving with the cruise control
engaged, the transmission slector lever
must not be shifted to position "N" as
otherwise the engine will overrev,
possibly causing engine damage that is
not covered by the Mercedes-Benz
Limited Warranty.