Mercedes-Benz 2006 CL 500 - Manual (Page 260)

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Operation
Driving instructions
̄ Driving instructions
Drive sensibly – save fuel
Fuel consumption, to a great extent, de-
pends on driving habits and operating con-
ditions.
To save fuel you should:
ț Keep tires at the recommended tire
inflation pressures.
ț Remove unnecessary loads.
ț Remove roof rack when not in use.
ț Allow engine to warm up under low
load use.
ț Avoid frequent acceleration and decel-
eration.
ț Have all maintenance work performed
at the intervals specified in the
Maintenance Booklet and as required
by the Maintenance System
(U.S. vehicles) or FSS (Canada vehi-
cles). Contact an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
Fuel consumption is also increased by driv-
ing in cold weather, in stop-and-go traffic,
on short trips, and in hilly area.
Drinking and driving
Pedals
Power assistance
Warning!
G
Drinking and driving and/or taking drugs
and driving are very dangerous combina-
tions. Even a small amount of alcohol or
drugs can affect your reflexes, perceptions
and judgment.
The possibility of a serious or even fatal ac-
cident are greatly increased when you drink
or take drugs and drive.
Do not drink or take drugs and drive or allow
anyone to drive who has been drinking or
taking drugs.
Warning!
G
Keep driver’s foot area clear at all times. Ob-
jects stored in this area may impair pedal
movement.
Warning!
G
With the engine not running, there is no
power assistance for the brake and steering
systems. In this case, it is important to keep
in mind that a considerably higher degree of
effort is necessary to brake and steer the ve-
hicle.