Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. Operator's Manual.

Shift program mode selector
switch .......................................... 173
Driving tips................................... 173
Steering wheel gearshift control .. 174
Manual gearshift program............ 176
Emergency operation
(Limp Home Mode) ...................... 178
Good visibility .................................... 179
Headlamp cleaning system .......... 179
Rear view mirrors......................... 179
Sun visors .................................... 180
Rear window defroster................. 181
Automatic climate control ................. 182
Adjusting the temperature ........... 185
Adjusting air volume .................... 186
Adjusting air distribution.............. 187
Maximum cooling MAXCOOL ....... 187
Defrosting the windshield ............ 188
Air recirculation mode.................. 188
Residual heat and ventilation ....... 190
Deactivating the automatic
climate control system................. 191
Air conditioning............................ 192
Power windows .................................. 193
Opening and closing the
windows........................................ 193
Synchronizing power windows...... 195
Summer opening feature .............. 195
Convenience closing feature......... 196
Driving systems.................................. 197
Cruise control ............................... 197
Useful features ................................... 200
Map pocket in passenger
footwell......................................... 200
Storage compartments ................. 200
Parcel net in trunk ........................ 201
Ashtray and cigarette lighter......... 202
Power outlet ................................. 203
Telephone ..................................... 203
Tele Aid......................................... 208
Garage door opener...................... 216
Floormats...................................... 223
Dust cover .................................... 224
Roof and trunk lid racks................ 227
Contents
Operation.......................................... 228
The first 1000 miles (1500 km).......... 230
Driving instructions ............................ 231
Drive sensibly – save fuel ............. 231
Drinking and driving...................... 231
Pedals........................................... 231
Power assistance.......................... 232
Brakes .......................................... 232
Driving off ..................................... 234
Parking ......................................... 234
Tires.............................................. 235
Hydroplaning ................................ 236
Tire traction .................................. 236
Tire speed rating........................... 236
Winter driving instructions............ 237
Standing water ............................. 238
Passenger compartment............... 238
Driving abroad .............................. 238
Control and operation of radio
transmitters.................................. 238
Catalytic converter ....................... 239
Emission control ........................... 240
Coolant temperature .................... 240