2009 Mercedes SL-Class Owner's Manual - Page 238

Operation Driving instructions G Warning! Make sure not to endanger any other road users when carrying out these braking maneuvers. Driving instructions Drive sensibly - save fuel To save fuel you should: RKeep Drinking and driving G Warning! Drinking and driving and/or taking drugs and driving are very dangerous combinations. Even a small amount of alcohol or drugs can affect your reflexes, perceptions and judgment. The possibility of a serious or even fatal accident are greatly increased when you drink or take drugs and drive. Do not drink or take drugs and drive or allow anyone to drive who has been drinking or taking drugs. Pedals G Warning! Make sure absolutely no objects are obstructing the pedals' range of movement. Keep the driver's footwell clear of all obstacles. If there are any floormats or carpets in the footwell, make sure that the pedals still have sufficient clearance. During sudden driving or braking maneuvers, the objects could get caught between the pedals. You could then no longer brake tires at the recommended inflation pressures. unnecessary loads. engine to warm up under low load frequent acceleration and decelera- RRemove RAllow use. RAvoid tion. RHave all maintenance work performed at the intervals specified in the Maintenance Booklet and as required by the Maintenance system. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Fuel consumption is also increased by driving in cold weather, in stop-and-go traffic, on short trips and in mountanous areas. 236