2003 Mercedes SL-Class Owner's Manual - Page 110

Controls in detail Control system Control system The control system is activated as soon as the key in the starter switch is turned to position 1. The control system enables you to call up information about your vehicle change vehicle settings For example, you can use the control system to find out when your vehicle is next due for service, to set the language for messages in the instrument cluster display, and much more. Warning! Multifunction display The multifunction display consists of the display fields in the speedometer and the tachometer. In its default state, the left display field shows the trip and main odometer, while the present outside temperature appears in the right display field. This default setting is referred to as the standard display. G A driver's attention to the road and traffic conditions must always be his/her primary focus when driving. For your safety and the safety of others, selecting features through the multifunction steering wheel should only be done by the driver when traffic and road conditions permit it to be done safely. Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph (approximately 50 km/h), your vehicle is covering a distance of 44 feet (approximately 13.5 m) every second. The control system relays information to the multifunction display. 1 Main odometer 2 Trip odometer 3 Current gear selector lever position 4 Outside temperature 5 Automatic transmission program mode 110