2007 Mercedes S-Class Owner's Manual - Page 387

Controls in detail Driving systems Warning! G DISTRONIC Plus requires familiarity with its operational characteristics. We strongly recommend that you review the following information carefully before operating the system. DISTRONIC Plus does not act upon adverse sight distance conditions. Do not use DISTRONIC Plus during conditions of fog and heavy rain, snow or sleet. Warning! G Warning! G The "Resume" function should only be operated if the driver is fully aware of the previously set speed and wishes to resume this particular preset speed. Warning! G DISTRONIC Plus cannot take weather conditions into account. Switch off DISTRONIC Plus or do not turn it on if: roads are slippery or covered with snow or ice. The wheels could lose traction while braking or accelerating, and the vehicle could skid. the sensor is dirty or visibility is diminished due to snow, rain or fog. The distance control could be impaired. Always pay attention to traffic conditions even while DISTRONIC Plus is switched on. Otherwise, you may not be able to recognize dangerous situations until it is too late and could cause an accident resulting in personal or fatal injury to you or others. Warning! G DISTRONIC Plus cannot take street and traffic conditions into account. Only use DISTRONIC Plus if the road, weather and traffic conditions make it advisable to travel at a steady speed. Close attention to road and traffic conditions is imperative at all times, regardless of whether or not DISTRONIC Plus is activated. Use of DISTRONIC Plus can be dangerous on winding roads as conditions do not allow safe driving at a steady speed. DISTRONIC Plus may not react to stationary objects in the roadway (e.g. a stopped vehicle in a traffic jam or a disabled vehicle). DISTRONIC Plus will also not respond to oncoming vehicles. Warning! G Use of DISTRONIC Plus can be dangerous on slippery roads. Rapid changes in tire traction can result in wheel spin and loss of control. 386