Safety and Security
Driving safety systems
Switching off the ESP
Warning!
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!
Vehicles without 4MATIC:
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Because of the ESP ’s automatic
operation, the engine must be turned
off (SmartKey in starter switch
position 0 or 1) when
Warning!
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The ESP® cannot prevent the natural laws of
physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can
it increase the traction afforded. The ESP®
cannot prevent accidents, including those
resulting from excessive speed in turns or
hydroplaning. Only a safe, attentive, and
skillful driver can prevent accidents. The
capabilities of an ESP® equipped vehicle
The ESP® should not be switched off during
normal driving other than in the circum-
stances described below. Disabling of the
system will reduce vehicle stability in stan-
dard driving maneuvers.
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the parking brake is being tested on
a brake test dynamometer
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the vehicle is being towed with the
front axle raised
Do not switch off the ESP® when a Minis-
pare wheel is mounted.
must never be exploited in a reckless or dan-
gerous manner which could jeopardize the
user’s safety or the safety of others.
Active braking action through the ESP
may otherwise seriously damage the
brake system.
®
To improve the vehicle’s traction, turn off
®
the ESP in driving situations where it
For information on vehicles with
would be advantageous to have the drive
wheels spin and thus cut into surfaces for
better grip such as:
i
®
The ESP will only function properly if
you use wheels of the recommended
tire size (୴ page 432).
4MATIC, see “Four wheel electronic
traction system (4MATIC) with the
ESP®” (୴ page 92).
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ț
ț
when driving with snow chains
in deep snow
For more information, see “Practical hints”
୴ page 354) and (୴ page 360).
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in sand or gravel
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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 C280, Mercedes-Benz C350, Mercedes-benz W203 |
| Model Year | 2006 |
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