Mercedes-Benz 2009 ML-Class Automobile User Manual


 
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Controls in detail
Driving systems
̈ Briefly press the cruise control lever
down past the resistance point in direc-
tion of arrow 2 (
page 246).
̈ Release the cruise control lever.
The vehicle speed decreases in incre-
ments of 5 mph (Canada: 10 km/h).
Setting to last stored speed
(“Resume” function)
̈ Briefly pull the cruise control lever in di-
rection of arrow 4 (
page 246).
The cruise control resumes to the last
set speed, or if no speed is stored, it
will set and store the current speed.
̈ Remove your foot from the accelerator
pedal.
The last set speed appears in the multi-
function display for approximately
5 seconds.
Distronic*
When activated, the Distronic adaptive
cruise control system increases the driving
convenience afforded by the cruise control
while traveling on expressways and other
major roadways.
ț If the Distronic distance sensor detects
a slower moving vehicle directly ahead,
your vehicle speed will be reduced so
that you follow that vehicle at your
preset following distance.
ț If there is no vehicle directly ahead of
you, Distronic will function in the same
way as standard cruise control
(
page 245).
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The new speed is set and the vehicle will
decelerate. Keep in mind that it may take a brief
moment until the vehicle has reached the set
speed.
Warning! G
The set speed stored in memory should only
be set again if prevailing road conditions
permit. Possible acceleration or decelera-
tion differences arising from returning to the
preset speed could cause an accident
and/or serious injury to you and others.