2003 Mercedes SL-Class Owner's Manual - Page 241

Operation Maintenance Maintenance We strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced by your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, in accordance with the Service Booklet at the times called for by the FSS (Flexible Service System). Failure to have the vehicle maintained in accordance with the Service Booklet at the designated times/mileage called for by the FSS may result in vehicle damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. FSS will notify you when your next service is due. Approximately one month before your next service is due, one of the following messages will appear in the tachometer display field while you are driving or when you switch on the ignition (example service A): Service A in xx days Service A in xx miles (km) Service A Due now! The type of service due is indicated in the speedometer display field: 9 ´ Minor service (A) Major service (B) i The interval between services depends on your driving habits. A gentle driving style, moderate engine speeds and the avoidance of short distance trips will lengthen the interval between services. Clearing the service indicator The service indicator is automatically cleared after 30 seconds. You can also clear it yourself. 1 Reset knob Press the reset knob 1. Service term exceeded If you have exceeded the suggested service term, you will see the following message in the tachometer display field: Service A exceeded by xx days Service A exceeded by xx miles (km) The Mercedes-Benz Center will reset the service indicator following a completed service. 241