2007 Mercedes S-Class Owner's Manual - Page 673

Technical terms DVD+RW (Digital Versatile Disc Rewritable) ->DVD which can be read and written to many times. Dynamic Rear View Monitor* The Dynamic Rear View Monitor is an optical parking aid. It shows you the area behind the vehicle on the ->COMAND display. In addition, the Dynamic Rear View Monitor contains guide lines to help you with reverse parking and parallel parking. The Dynamic Rear View Monitor is also called "Park Assist" in ->COMAND display. EBP (Electronic Brake Proportioning) The EBP enhances braking effectiveness by allowing the rear brakes to supply a greater proportion of the braking effort without a loss of vehicle stability. ELCODE (Electronic Code System) System that electronically checks whether a person entering or driving the vehicle is authorized to do so. It is part of the Mercedes-Benz anti-theft protection program. Electric parking brake Protects the vehicle from rolling away when parked. The electric parking brake is also called "Parking brake" in ->multifunction display messages. Emergency call This function places a call to a local 911 provider. It does not initiate a ->Tele Aid call. Please note that the 911 emergency call system is a public service. Using it without due cause is a criminal offense. Engine number The number set by the manufacturer and stamped on the cylinder block to uniquely identify each engine produced. Engine oil viscosity Measurement for the inner friction (viscosity) of the oil at different temperatures. The higher the temperature an oil can tolerate without becoming thin, or the lower the temperature it can tolerate without becoming viscous, the better the viscosity. ESP® (Electronic Stability Program) Improves vehicle handling and directional stability. ETD (Emergency Tensioning Device) Device which deploys in certain frontal and rear collisions exceeding the system's threshold to tighten the seat belts. ->SRS 672