Safety and Security
Driving safety systems
Four wheel electronic traction system
(4MATIC) with the ESP
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Performance testing must only be con-
ducted on a two-axle dynamometer.
Warning!
Models with all-wheel drive only:
If you see the ESP warning lamp v flash-
ing in the speedometer dial, proceed as fol-
lows:
Otherwise the transfer case can be
damaged, which is not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
The 4MATIC improves the vehicle’s ability
to use available traction, e.g. during winter
operation in mountains under snowy con-
ditions, 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 opera-
tion, the engine and ignition must be
shut off (SmartKey in starter switch
position 0 or 1 or KEYLESS-GO
start/stop button* in 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 the ESP
may otherwise seriously damage the
front or rear axle brake system.
!
Do not tow with one axle raised.
Operational tests with the engine run-
ning 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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| Categories | Mercedes-Benz Manuals, Mercedes-Benz S-Class Manuals |
|---|---|
| Tags | Mercedes-Benz S430, Mercedes-Benz S500, Mercedes-Benz S55, Mercedes-Benz S600 |
| Model Year | 2004 |
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