Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Operator's Manual page 94

Adaptive Damping System
(ADS)
Depending upon road surface
conditions, load, driving style, ADS
will automatically adjust the optimal
ride firmness.
The indicator lamp comes on with the
key in steering lock position 2 and goes
out when the engine is running.
If the indicator lamp stays on after the
engine is running or comes on while
driving, then the system has detected a
malfunction.
We recommend that you visit an
authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer as
soon as possible to have the system
checked-out.
Note:
If the battery was disconnected, the
indicator lamp will only go out after
the engine is started and the steering
wheel is turned from full left - to - full
right lock and returned to the center
position.
Adaptive Damping System
Adjustment
The switch is located in the center
console.
Press switch
Upper half = firm damping
program.
This setting should be
used for sporty driving.
During the setting for
sporty driving the
indicator lamp in the
switch lights up.
Lower half =soft damping
program.
This setting should
be used for regular
driving.
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