2005 Mercedes SLK-Class Owner's Manual - Page 246
2005 Mercedes SLK-Class Manual
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Controls in detail Driving systems i On uphill or downhill grades, the cruise control may not be able to maintain the set speed. Once the grade eases, the set speed will be resumed. On downhill grades, the cruise control will hold the set speed with active braking action. In addition, on longer downhill grades the automatic transmission* will automatically downshift. i Vehicles with manual transmission: If you depress the clutch pedal when shifting into another gear, the engine speed may increase. Drive with sufficient engine speed. Shift gears in a timely manner. If possible, do not shift down more than one gear. Canceling cruise control There are several ways to cancel the cruise control: Step on the brake pedal. The cruise control is canceled. The last speed set is stored for later use. or Briefly push the cruise control lever in direction of arrow 3 ( page 245). The cruise control is canceled. The last speed set is stored for later use. i The last stored speed is canceled when you turn off the engine. 246