Safety and Security
Driving safety systems
Four wheel electronic traction system
(4MATIC) with the ESP
Warning!
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Performance testing must only be con-
ducted on a two-axle dynamometer.
Models with all-wheel-drive only.
If you see the ESP warning lamp v flash-
Otherwise the transfer case can be
damaged, which is not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
ing in the speedometer, proceed as follows:
The 4MATIC improves vehicle’s ability to
use available traction, e.g. during winter
operation in mountains under snowy
conditions, by applying power to all four
wheels.
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While driving off, apply as little throttle
as possible
While driving, ease up on the accelera-
tor
!
Because of the ESP’s automatic
operation, the engine must be shut off
(SmartKey in starter switch position 0
or 1) when the parking brake is being
tested on a brake test dynamometer
Adapt your speed and driving style to
the prevailing road conditions
Failure to observe these guidelines could
cause the vehicle to skid.
The ESP cannot prevent accidents resulting
from excessive speed.
Active braking action through ESP may
otherwise seriously damage the front
or rear axle brake system.
!
Do not tow with one axle raised.
Operational tests with the engine
running can only be conducted on a
two-axle dynamometer.
Otherwise the transfer case can be
damaged, which is not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
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Product Specification
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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It is a good reference material specially if you bought the car second hand