Distronic (DTR)
(optional)
Any given speed between 25 mph (Canada: 40 km/h)
and 110 mph (Canada: 180 km/h) can be maintained
with the Distronic by operating the control lever on the
steering column.
When activated the Distronic system increases driving
convenience, for example over long distances, as it
automatically maintains a speed set by the driver by
actively regulating the throttle setting. It also maintains
within certain limitations a preset distance to a vehicle
ahead.
Warning!
Distronic is a convenience system, its speed
adjustment reduction capability is intended to
make cruise control more effective and usable
when traffic speeds vary. It is not, however,
intended to nor does it replace the need for extreme
care. The responsibility for the vehicle speed and
the distance to the vehicle ahead, including most
importantly brake operation to assure safe stopping
distance, rests always with the driver.
With Distronic switched off, the multifunction display
continues to show the distance to the vehicle ahead, if
so selected, see page 273.
The distance warning function can be activated
separately, see page 270.
In Distronic mode, if the distance sensor detects a
slower moving vehicle directly ahead, your vehicle
speed will be reduced to the extent permitted by
reduced throttle and up to 20% of vehicle braking power,
so that you follow that vehicle at a preset distance, see
page 271.
Distronic cannot take street and traffic conditions
into account.
Warning!
Distronic requires familiarity with its operational
characteristics. We strongly recommend that you
review the following information carefully before
operating the system.
Maximum range of detection is approximately 500 ft.
(150
m).
Driving systems
259
Instruments
and controls
Instrument
cluster display
Technical
data
Operation
Driving
Practical hints
Car care
Index
Product Specification
Categories | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Manuals, Mercedes-Benz Manuals |
---|---|
Tags | Mercedes-Benz CL500, Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG, Mercedes-Benz CL600, Mercedes-Benz W215 |
Model Year | 2002 |
Download File |
|
Document File Type | |
Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |