Safety and Security
Driving safety systems
In this section you will find information on
the following driving safety systems:
On slippery road surfaces, the ABS will
respond even to light brake pressure.
i In winter operation, the maximum effective-
ness of the ABS, the BAS, the ESP®, the EBP, and
the 4-ETS is only achieved with winter tires
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ABS (Antilock Brake System)
BAS (Brake Assist System)
The - indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster (୴ page 26) comes on when you
switch on the ignition. It goes out when the
engine is running.
(୴ page 399) or snow chains as required.
ABS
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
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EBP (Electronic Brake Proportioning)
4-ETS (Electronic Traction System)
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Braking
Warning!
At the instant one of the wheels is about to
lock up, a slight pulsation can be felt in the
brake pedal, indicating that the ABS is in
the regulating mode.
Do not pump the brake pedal. Use firm,
steady brake pedal pressure instead. Pump-
ing the brake pedal defeats the purpose of
the ABS and significantly reduces braking
effectiveness.
Warning!
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The following factors increase the risk of
accidents:
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Keep firm and steady pressure on the
brake pedal while experiencing the pul-
sation.
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Excessive speed, especially in turns
Wet and slippery road surfaces
The Antilock Brake System (ABS) regulates
the brake pressure so that the wheels do
not lock during braking. This allows you to
maintain the ability to steer your vehicle.
Continuous, steady brake pedal pressure
yields the advantages provided by the ABS,
namely braking power and ability to steer
the vehicle.
Following another vehicle too closely
The ABS, BAS, ESP® and 4-ETS cannot
reduce this risk.
The ABS is functional above a speed of ap-
proximately 5 mph (8 km/h) independent
of road surface conditions.
Always adjust your driving style to the pre-
vailing road and weather conditions.
The pulsating brake pedal can be an
indication of hazardous road conditions
and functions as a reminder to take extra
care while driving.
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| Categories | Mercedes-Benz M-Class Manuals, Mercedes-Benz Manuals |
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| Tags | Mercedes-Benz ML320 CDI, Mercedes-Benz ML350, Mercedes-Benz ML500, Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG, Mercedes-Benz W164 |
| Model Year | 2007 |
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