2007 Mercedes S-Class Owner's Manual - Page 674

Technical terms ETS (Electronic Traction System) Automatically brakes spinning wheels, thus ensuring optimal ->traction at all times. FAT (File Allocation Table) A table used to locate files on a disk or memory device. FSS PLUS (Canada vehicles) (Flexible Service System PLUS) Maintenance service indicator in the ->multifunction display that informs the driver when the next vehicle maintenance service is due. FSS evaluates engine temperature, oil level, vehicle speed, engine speed, distance driven and the time elapsed since your last service, and calls for the next maintenance service accordingly. GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ( page 526) Gear range Number of gears which are available to the automatic transmission for shifting. The automatic gear shifting process can be adapted to specific operating conditions using the selector lever. GPS (Global Positioning System) Satellite-based system for relaying geographic location information to and from vehicles equipped with special receivers. Employs DVD digital maps for navigation. GSM (Global System for Mobile Communication) A standard network protocol used throughout the world for digital cellular communication. GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) ( page 526) GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) ( page 527) HiP (High Performance light bulbs) Light bulbs filled with xenon which are used in rear lamps. ID3 tag Additional information which may be included in MP3 files (e.g. title, artist, album). Instrument cluster control system The Instrument cluster control system is used to call up vehicle information and to change component settings. Information and messages appear in the ->multifunction display. The driver uses the buttons on the ->multifunction steering wheel to navigate through the system and to adjust settings. 673