Problems While Driving - Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Operator's Manual

Getting started
Driving
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If anything blocks the windshield
wipers (leaves, snow, etc.), switch
them off immediately.
For safety reasons, withdraw
SmartKey from starter switch
before attempting to remove any
blockage.
The hood must be opened
( page 243) before folding the
wiper arms away from the wind-
screen. You could otherwise dam-
age the hood and/or the wiper arm.
Remove blockage.
Turn the windshield wipers on
again.
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If windshield wipers fail to function at
all in switch position I,
set the combination switch to the
next highest wiper speed
have the windshield wipers
checked at the nearest authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center

Problems while driving

The engine runs erratically and misfires
An ignition cable may be damaged.
The engine electronics may not be op-
erating properly.
Unburned gasoline may have entered
the catalytic converter and damaged it.
Give very little gas.
Have the problem repaired by an au-
thorized Mercedes-Benz Center as
soon as possible.