2008 Mercedes S-Class Owner's Manual - Page 265

Control systems Instrument cluster control system The control system is activated as soon as the SmartKey in the starter switch is turned to position 2 or as soon as the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button ( page 346) is in position 2. The control system enables you to: call up information about your vehicle change vehicle settings For example, you can use the control system to find out when your vehicle is next due for service, to call up statistical data on your vehicle, and much more. Multifunction display Warning! G A driver's attention to the road and traffic conditions must always be his/her primary focus when driving. For your safety and the safety of others, selecting features through the multifunction steering wheel should only be done by the driver when traffic and road conditions permit it to be done safely. Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph (approximately 50 km/h), your vehicle is covering a distance of 44 feet (approximately 14 m) every second. 1 Line for main menus 2 Text field in multifunction display Settings, functions, submenus as well as any malfunctions are shown to you in the text field. The control system relays information to the multifunction display. 264