Mercedes-Benz SLR-Class 2005 - Manual (Page 87)

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Safety and Security
Driving safety systems
The SBC brake servo assistance switches
off automatically
ț approximately two minutes after you
turned the SmartKey in the starter
switch to position 0 or removed the
SmartKey
ț approximately 20 seconds after you
locked the vehicle from outside
Note on driving with SBC
ț Following extended periods of only mi-
nor loads to your brake system, you
should occasionally apply the brakes
when traveling at high speeds. This im-
proves the grip of the brake pads and
prevents possible brake noise.
ț After driving on wet or snow-covered
roads, you should apply your brakes
firmly before parking your vehicle. This
produces heat which serves to dry the
brake disks.
ț On long and steep grades, shift to a
lower gear (gear range 1, 2, or 3) to
prevent the brakes from overheating
and to reduce brake wear.
ț After hard braking, it is advisable to
drive on for some time so that the air
stream will cool down the brakes fast-
er.
ț Only Mercedes-Benz approved compo-
nents (e.g. brake pads) should be in-
stalled on your vehicle. Brake pads not
approved by Mercedes-Benz may im-
pair the safety of your vehicle.
Warning!
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Make sure not to endanger any other road
users when carrying out these braking
maneuvers.