2003 Mercedes ML-Class Owner's Manual - Page 295

Technical terms Memory function* Used to store three individual seat, steering wheel and mirror positions. MON (Motor Octane Number) The Motor Octane Number for gasoline as determined by a standardized method. It is an indication of a gasoline's ability to resist undesired detonation (knocking). The average of both the MON (Motor Octane Number) and ->RON (Research Octane Number) is posted at the pump, also known as ANTI-KNOCK INDEX. Multifunction display A display field in the instrument cluster used to present information provided by the control system. Parktronic* System which uses visual and acoustic signals to assist the driver during parking maneuvers. Poly-V-belt drive Drives engine-components (alternator, AC compressor, etc.) from the engine. Power train Collective term designating all components used to generate and transmit motive power to the drive axles, including engine clutch/torque converter transmission transfer case drive shaft differential axle shafts/axles Remote Vehicle Diagnostics Transmission of vehicle data and current location to the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center for subscribers to Tele Aid service. REST (Residual engine heat utilization) Feature that uses the engine heat stored in the coolant to heat the vehicle interior for a short time after the engine has been turned off. Restraint system Seat belts, belt tensioner, airbags and child seat restraint systems. As independent systems, their protective functions complement one another. 295