Cruise Control; Stopping; Maneuvering - Mercedes-Benz 1989 560 SL Owner's Manual

Important!
Do not exceed the engine speed
limits for individual gear selections,
which are indicated by marks on
the speedometer.
Do not attempt downshifting to a
lower gear (braking effect) unless
the speedometer needle is below
the speed limit mark of that particu-
lar gear range. Over-rewing could
result in damage to the engine.
On slippery road surfaces, it is not
recommended to downshift in order
to obtain braking action. This could
result in rear wheel slip and
reduced vehicle control.
To prevent the engine from laboring
at low RPMs, do not allow the en-
gine speed to drop too low on
uphill gradients. Depending on the
degree of the incline, shift selector
lever to positions "3" or "2" early
enough to maintain engine RPM
within the best torque range.
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Stopping
For brief stops, e.g. at traffic lights,
leave the transmission engaged
and control vehicle with the service
brake.
For longer stops with the engine
idling, shift into "N" or "P".
When stopping the car on an in-
cline do not hold it with the accele-
rator, use the brake. This avoids
unnecessary transmission heat
build up.
Maneuvering
To maneuver in tight areas, e.g.
when pulling into a parking space,
control the car speed by gradually
releasing the brakes. Accelerate
gently and do not pump the accel-
erator.
To rock a car out of soft ground
(mud or snow), alternately shift from
forward to reverse, while applying
partial throttle.
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Cruise Control
Any given speed above approxi-
mately 40 km/h (25 mph) can be
maintained with the cruise control
by operating the lever.
1 Accelerate and set:
Lift lever briefly to set speed.
Hold lever up to accelerate.
2 Decelerate and set:
Depress lever briefly to set
speed.
Hold lever down to decelerate.