Technical Terms - Mercedes-Benz SLK 350 Operator's Manual

ABS
(Antilock Brake System)
Prevents the wheels from locking up
during braking so that the vehicle can
continue to be steered.
Accessory weight
( page 323)
Air pressure
( page 323)
AIRSCARF neck-level heating
AIRSCARF neck-level heating provides
the surrounding area of the occupants'
necks with a heated air stream flowing
from openings in the head restraints.
Alignment bolt
Metal pin with thread. The centering
pin is an aid used when changing a tire
to align the wheel with the wheel hub.
Aspect ratio
( page 323)
TM1
BabySmart air bag deactivation
system
This system detects if a special
system-compatible child restraint seat
is installed on the passenger seat.
The system will automatically
deactivate the passenger front air bag
when such a seat is properly installed
(the 75 indicator lamp
located in the center console comes
on).
TM
BabySmart compatible child seats
Special restraint system for children.
The sensor system for the passenger
seat prevents deployment of the pas-
senger front air bag if a BabySmart
compatible child seat is installed. See
an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
for availability.
Bar
( page 323)
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TM
BabySmart is a trademark of Siemens
Automotive Corp.

Technical terms

BAS
(Brake Assist System)
System for potentially reducing braking
distances in emergency braking situa-
tions. The system is activated when it
senses an emergency based on how
fast the brake is applied.
Bead
( page 323)
Bi-Xenon headlamps
Headlamps which use an electric arc as
the light source and produce a more in-
tense light than filament headlamps.
Bi-Xenon headlamps produce low
beam and high beam.
TM
CAC
(Customer Assistance Center)
Mercedes-Benz customer service cen-
ter, which can help you with any ques-
tions about your vehicle and provide
assistance in the event of a break-
down.
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