2005 Mercedes S-Class Owner's Manual - Page 439

Technical terms ABC (Active Body Control) Active, computer-controlled system that hydraulically adjusts the suspension at all four wheels in response to various driving situations. ABS (Antilock Brake System) Prevents the wheels from locking up during braking so that the vehicle can continue to be steered. ADS (Adaptive Damping System) Automatically adapts the optimum suspension damping to prevailing driving conditions. Airmatic Automatically selects the optimum suspension tuning and ride height for your vehicle. Airmatic consists of two components: Adaptive Damping System Vehicle level control Alignment bolt Metal pin with thread. The centering pin is an aid used when changing a tire to align the wheel with the wheel hub. BabySmartTM air bag deactivation system This system detects if a special system compatible child restraint seat is installed on the front passenger seat. The system will automatically deactivate the passenger front air bag when such a seat is properly installed (the 58 indicator lamp in the center console comes on). See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for availability. BabySmartTM compatible child seats Special restraint system for children. The sensor system for the passenger seat prevents deployment of the passenger front air bag if a BabySmartTM compatible child seat is installed. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for availability. BAS (Brake Assist System) System for potentially reducing braking distances in emergency braking situations. The system is activated when it senses an emergency based on how fast the brake is applied. Bi-xenon headlamps Headlamps which use an electric arc as the light source and produce a more intense light than filament headlamps. Bi-xenon headlamps produce low beam and high beam. CAC (Customer Assistance Center) Mercedes-Benz customer service center, which can help you with any questions about your vehicle and provide assistance in the event of a breakdown. 437