Mercedes-Benz 500 SEC Operator's Manual download pdf (Page 16)

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Driving Instructions

Power Assistance

Warning!

When the engine is not running, the

brake and steering systems are

without power assistance. Under

these circumstances, a much greater

effort is necessary to stop or steer the

vehicle.

Brakes

Caution!

When driving down long and steep

grades, relieve the load on the brakes

by shifting into a lower gear (selector

lever position "4" [for model 300 SL],

"3" , "2" or "B" [for model 500 SL] in

the case of automatic transmission).

This helps prevent overheating of the

brakes and reduces brake pad wear. Do

not exceed engine speed limits (see

pages 78 or 80).

After hard braking, it is advisable to

drive on for some time, rather than

immediately parking, so the air stream

will cool down the brakes faster.

Warning!

After driving in heavy rain for some

time without applying the brakes or

through water deep enough to wet

brake components, the first braking

action may be somewhat reduced

and increased pedal pressure may be

necessary. Be sure to maintain a safe

distance from vehicles in front.

The condition of the parking brake

system is checked each time the car is

in the shop for the required

maintenance.

Between maintenance checks, it is a

good practice to apply the parking

brake once or twice while driving at

approximately 50 km/h (30 mph) on a

dry straight road. Apply parking brake

lightly until a slight drag on the wheels

is felt. Keep applying the brake for

about 10 seconds while pulling the re-

lease handle out before releasing the

parking brake completely. This practice

will keep the parking brake at

maximum efficiency.

Warning!

The stop lamps will not come on

when applying the parking brake

only. Perform the procedure in the

previous paragraph only when the

road is clear of other traffic.

Resting your foot on the brake pedal

will cause excessive and premature

wear of the brake pads.

It can also result in the brakes

overheating thereby significantly

reducing their effectiveness. It may

not be possible to stop the car in

sufficient time to avoid an accident.

All checks and maintenance work on

the brake system should be carried out

by an authorized MERCEDES-BENZ

dealer.

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