Safety and Security
Driving safety systems
ESP
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The Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
monitors the vehicle's traction (force of
adhesive friction between the tires and the
road surface) and handling.
The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of
physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can
it increase braking efficiency beyond that
afforded by the condition of the vehicle
brakes and tires or the traction. The BAS
cannot prevent accidents, including those
resulting from excessive speed in turns,
following another vehicle too closely, or
hydroplaning. Only a safe, attentive, and
skillful driver can prevent accidents. The
capabilities of a BAS equipped vehicle must
never be exploited in a reckless or danger-
ous manner which could jeopardize the
user’s safety or the safety of others.
Never switch off the ESP when you see the
ESP warning lamp v flashing in the
speedometer. In this case, proceed as
follows:
The ESP recognizes when a wheel is
spinning or if the vehicle starts to skid. By
applying brakes to the appropriate wheel
and by limiting engine output, the ESP
works to stabilize the vehicle. The ESP is
especially useful while driving off and on
wet or slippery road surfaces.
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While driving off, apply as little throttle
as possible.
While driving, ease up on the accelera-
tor.
Adapt your speed and driving style to
the prevailing road conditions.
The ESP warning lamp v in the
speedometer flashes when the ESP is
engaged.
Failure to observe these guidelines could
cause the vehicle to skid.
The ESP cannot prevent accidents resulting
from excessive speed.
The ESP warning lamp v in the
speedometer comes on when you turn the
SmartKey in the starter switch to
position 2. It goes out when the engine is
running.
For more information, see “Practical hints”
୴ page 281).
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| Categories | Mercedes-Benz C-Class Manuals, Mercedes-Benz Manuals |
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| Tags | Mercedes-Benz C-Class, Mercedes-Benz C230, Mercedes-Benz C240, Mercedes-Benz C32 AMG, Mercedes-Benz C320, Mercedes-benz W203 |
| Model Year | 2004 |
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