2009 Mercedes SL-Class Owner's Manual - Page 162

Controls in detail Driving systems Suspension for regular driving style The suspension tuning for a regular driving style is selected when button 1 is not on in red. X Press button 1. The red illumination on button 1 goes out. When you have selected the suspension tuning and the program mode (Y page 118), you can store, call up, and display the settings using AMG button 2 when the engine is running. Pressing AMG button 2 when the ignition is switched on, displays the current settings only. You can also call up the settings via the control system (Y page 130) X Storing: Press and hold AMG button 2 until an acoustic signal sounds. The current setting is stored and appears in the multifunction display. X X Displaying: Tap AMG button 2. The stored and/or currently active settings appear in the multifunction display. Parktronic system (Parking assist) The Parktronic system is an electronic parking aid with ultrasonic sensors designed to assist the driver during parking maneuvers. It visually and audibly indicates the relative distance between the vehicle and an obstacle. The Parktronic system is automatically activated when you switch on the ignition, release the parking brake, and the automatic transmission is in drive position D, reverse gear R, or neutral position N. The Parktronic system deactivates at speeds over approximately 11 mph (18 km/h). At lower speeds the Parktronic system turns on again. The Parktronic system also deactivates when you shift the automatic transmission into park position P or engage the parking brake. The Parktronic system monitors the surroundings of your vehicle with six sensors in the front bumper and four sensors in the rear bumper. 1 Sensors in the front bumper To function properly, the sensors must be free of dirt, ice, snow and slush. Clean the sensors regularly, being careful not to scratch or damage the sensors, see "Cleaning the Parktronic system sensors" (Y page 247). Calling up and displaying: Press AMG button 2. The stores suspension tuning and program mode are in effect and the settings appear in the multifunction display. G Warning! The Parktronic is a supplemental system. It is not intended to, nor does it replace, the need for extreme care. The responsibility during parking and other critical maneuvers always remains with the driver. G Warning! Make sure no persons or animals are in the area in which you are maneuvering. You could otherwise injure them. 160