Mercedes-Benz SLR-Class 2006 User Manual

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Practical hints

Batteries

Warning!

G

Do not place metal objects on the battery as

this could result in a short circuit.

Use leak-proof batteries only to avoid the

risk of acid burns in the event of an

accident.

Warning!

G

The brake system requires electrical power

to operate.

A malfunction in the vehicle’s power supply

or electrical system may impair brake sys-

tem operation and switch it into its emer-

gency operation mode. The same applies if

battery is disconnected. To brake, the driver

must then apply significantly greater brake

pedal pressure and depress the pedal much

further to obtain the expected braking ef-

fect. If necessary, apply full pressure to the

brake pedal. Brakes are only applied to the

front wheels. Stopping distance is in-

creased! Adjust your driving style according-

ly. For more information, see

“Electrohydraulic brake system”

(

page 84).

Warning!

G

With a disconnected battery

ț

you will no longer be able to turn the
SmartKey in the starter switch

ț

the gear selector lever will remain
locked in position P

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