2002 Mercedes SL-Class Owner's Manual - Page 84
2002 Mercedes SL-Class Manual
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Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 80 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Flexible service system Flexible service system (FSS) (service indicator) The symbols 9 or ´ indicate the type of service to be performed: 9 Service A ´ Service B The message is displayed for approximately 10 seconds when turning the key in steering lock to position 2, or while driving when reaching the service warning threshold. It can be canceled manually by pressing button (1). Once the suggested term has passed, the message plus symbol 9 or š, preceded by a - (minus symbol) blinks for approx. 30 seconds and a signal sounds every time when turning the key in steering lock to position 2. The FSS permits a flexible service schedule that is directly related to the operating conditions of the vehicle. The symbol 9 or š appears in the main odometer display field prior to the next suggested service. Depending on operating conditions throughout the year, the next service is calculated and displayed in days š or distance 9 remaining. The FSS display can also be called up for approx. 10 seconds with display illuminated by pressing button (1) twice within 1 second. Following a completed A or B service the Mercedes-Benz Center sets the counter to 10 000 miles (Canada: 15 000 km) and 365 days.