Normal Level - Mercedes-Benz SL Operator's Manual

Setting raised level
Make sure that the engine is running or that it
X
has been switched off by the ECO start/stop
function.
Make sure that a speed of 75 mph
X
(120 km/h) is not exceeded.
If indicator lamp ; is not lit: press but-
X
ton :.
If the engine has been switched off by the ECO
start/stop function, it is now restarted.
Indicator lamp ; lights up. The vehicle is
raised by 1.2 in (31 mm).
Setting the normal level
Make sure that the engine is running or that it
X
has been switched off by the ECO start/stop
function.
If indicator lamp ; is lit: press button :.
X
Indicator lamp ; goes out. The vehicle is
adjusted to normal level.
The "Raised level" setting is canceled if you:
are driving faster than approximately 75 mph
R
(120 km/h).
drive for approximately three minutes at a
R
speed over 50 mph (80 km/h)
or switch to the drive program while the vehi-
R
cle is in motion.
Suspension tuning
General notes
The electro-hydraulically controlled suspension
features improved driving dynamics, driving
safety and ride comfort. You can also choose
between a sporty, a particularly sporty, a com-
fortable and a comfortable mode with cornering
function (CURVE).
Driving systems
The suspension is continuously tuned to each
wheel individually and depends on:
the road surface condition, e.g. bumps
R
the vehicle load
R
the drive program selected
R
Each time you start the engine with the Smart-
Key or the Start/Stop button, the Comfort drive
program is activated. For further information
about starting the engine, see (
Selecting Comfort mode
In the Comfort drive program, the driving char-
acteristics of your vehicle are more comforta-
ble. Select this mode if you favor a more com-
fortable driving style.
Press DYNAMIC SELECT button : as many
X
times as necessary until the Comfort drive
program is selected.
Selecting Sport mode
The firmer setting of the suspension tuning in
the Sport drive program ensures even better
contact with the road. Select this mode if you
favor a firmer suspension setting.
Press DYNAMIC SELECT button : as many
X
times as necessary until the Sport drive pro-
gram is selected.
Selecting Sport Plus mode
The firmer setting of the suspension tuning in
the Sport Plus drive program ensures even bet-
ter contact with the road. Select this mode if you
favor a firmer suspension setting.
Press DYNAMIC SELECT button : as many
X
times as necessary until the Sport Plus drive
program is selected.
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