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Mercedes-Benz SLR-Class 2007 User Manual

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Technical terms

Power train

Collective term designating all compo-
nents used to generate and transmit
motive power to the drive axles,
including

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engine

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clutch/torque converter

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transmission

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transfer case

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drive shaft

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differential

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axle shafts/axles

Production options weight

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Program mode selector switch

Used to switch the automatic trans-
mission between sport operation (S),
comfort operation (C) and manual
operation (MAN).

PSI

(Pounds per square inch)
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Recommended tire inflation pressure

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REST

(Residual Engine Heat Utilization)
Feature that uses the engine heat
stored in the coolant to heat the vehi-
cle interior for a short time after the
engine has been turned off.

Rim

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RON

(Research Octane Number)
The Research Octane Number for gaso-
line as determined by a standardized
method. It is an indication of a gaso-
line’s ability to resist undesired detona-
tion (knocking). The average of both
the MON (Motor Octane Number) and
RON (Research Octane Number) is
posted at the pump, also known as
ANTI-KNOCK INDEX.

Electro-hydraulic brake system

Electronically controlled hydraulic
braking system for increased braking
safety and comfort.

Shift lock

When the vehicle is parked, this lock
prevents the gear selector lever from
being inadvertently moved out of park
position P without SmartKey turned
and brake pedal depressed.

Sidewall

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SRS

(Supplemental Restraint System)
Seat belts, emergency tensioning de-
vice and air bags. Though independent
systems, they are closely interfaced to
provide effective occupant protection.