2002 Mercedes S-Class Owner's Manual - Page 292

Adaptive damping system (ADS) Depending upon road surface conditions, driving style, and damping program selected, ADS will automatically adjust for optimal ride comfort. The selected damping mode is stored in memory when removing the electronic key from the starter switch. The following settings are available: Soft damping program - indicator lamps (3, 4) are switched off. Firm damping program I - indicator lamp (3) lights up. Firm damping program II - indicator lamps (3, 4) light up. P32.31-2010-26 Soft damping program Setting for regular driving. The soft damping mode is activated when both indicator lamps (3, 4) are switched off. To change from soft to firm damping mode, press upper half of switch (2) once or twice. The switch is located on the center console. Press the switch when the engine is running: 1 Firm damping program I and II 2 Soft damping program 3 Indicator lamp 4 Indicator lamp Driving systems Instruments and controls Operation Driving 289 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index