Safety and Security
Driving safety systems
When you switch off the ESP®
The switch is located on the upper part of
the center console.
Warning!
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the ESP® does not stabilize the vehicle
When the ESP® warning lamp v is illumi-
nated continuously, the ESP® is switched
off.
the engine output is not limited, which
allows the drive wheels to spin and
thus cut into surfaces for better grip
Adapt your speed and driving to the prevail-
ing road conditions and to the non-operating
status of the ESP®.
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the traction control will still brake a
spinning wheel
the ESP® continues to operate when
you are braking
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Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an
extended period with the ESP®
switched off. This may cause serious
damage to the drivetrain which is not
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.
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When the ESP® is switched off and one
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ESP® off/on
̈ Press ESP® switch 1 until the ESP®
warning lamp v in the speedometer
comes on.
or more drive wheels are spinning,
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the ESP warning lamp v in the in-
strument cluster flashes. However,
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the ESP will then not stabilize the ve-
The ESP® is switched off.
hicle.
Switching on the ESP®
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Press ESP® switch 1.
The ESP® warning lamp v in the in-
strument cluster goes out.
You are now again in normal driving
mode with the ESP® switched on.
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| Categories | Mercedes-Benz Manuals, Mercedes-Benz S-Class Manuals |
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| Tags | Mercedes-Benz 4MATIC, Mercedes-Benz S350, Mercedes-Benz S430, Mercedes-Benz S500, Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG, Mercedes-Benz S600, Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG |
| Model Year | 2006 |
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