2009 Mercedes SLR McLaren Owner's Manual - Page 114

Controls in detail Instrument cluster For a full view illustration of the instrument cluster, see "Instrument cluster" ( page 28). Opening a door will activate the instrument cluster only for about 30 seconds. You can change the instrument cluster settings in the Instrument cluster submenu of the control system ( page 132). Warning! Adjusting instrument cluster illumination Use the reset button 1 to adjust the illumination brightness for the instrument cluster and the switches on the center console. G i The instrument cluster illumination is dimmed or brightened to suit ambient light conditions. No messages will be displayed if either the instrument cluster or the multifunction display is inoperative. To brighten illumination Turn the reset button 1 clockwise. The instrument cluster illumination will brighten. To dim illumination Turn the reset button 1 counterclockwise. The instrument cluster illumination will dim. 1 Reset button The instrument cluster is activated when you open a door switch on the ignition press the reset button 1 switch on exterior lamps As a result, you will not be able to see information about your driving conditions, such as speed or outside temperature, warning/indicator lamps, malfunction/warning messages or the failure of any systems. Driving characteristics may be impaired. If you must continue to drive, do so with added caution. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. 114