SL/R129: Learning about switches and controls.
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1999 SL500, 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 1969 Dodge D-200, 1970 Dodge D-100, 1970 Chrysler Newport
Learning about switches and controls.
Dumb question time. What is the purpose/function of the W/S toggle switch next to the shifter in my 1999 SL500?
I have no owners or service manual for this car.
I have no owners or service manual for this car.
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From: Comox, BC
2017 E400 Cabriolet, 2019 VW Tiguan
Lots of manuals at this link
https://arkiv.mbentusiastklubb.no/modeller/129/
For the switch
S Standard mode Press switch on symbol "S". Use this mode for all regular driving. The vehicle starts out in 1st gear. W Winter/Wet (snow and ice) mode Press switch on symbol "W". The vehicle starts out in 2nd gear, except with selector lever in 1st gear, or with accelerator pedal in kick-down position. The "W" mode helps to improve traction and driving stability of the vehicle. With hard acceleration the upshifts occur at lower vehicle and engine speeds than in the "S" program mode
https://arkiv.mbentusiastklubb.no/modeller/129/
For the switch
S Standard mode Press switch on symbol "S". Use this mode for all regular driving. The vehicle starts out in 1st gear. W Winter/Wet (snow and ice) mode Press switch on symbol "W". The vehicle starts out in 2nd gear, except with selector lever in 1st gear, or with accelerator pedal in kick-down position. The "W" mode helps to improve traction and driving stability of the vehicle. With hard acceleration the upshifts occur at lower vehicle and engine speeds than in the "S" program mode
