Safety and Security
Driving safety systems
4-ETS
G
!
Because the ESP® operates automatically,
Warning!
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 testing the brakes on a
brake test dynamometer and such testing should
be no longer than 10 seconds.
The 4-Electronic Traction System (4-ETS)
improves the vehicle’s ability to utilize
available traction, especially under slip-
pery road conditions. The brakes are ap-
plied to the spinning wheel and power is
transferred to the wheel(s) with traction.
When you see the ESP® warning lamp v
flashing in the instrument cluster, then pro-
ceed as follows:
ț
ț
ț
While driving off, apply as little throttle
as possible.
Active braking action through ESP® may other-
wise seriously damage the brake system which is
not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.
The ESP
®
warning lamp v in the instru-
While driving, ease up on the accelera-
tor.
ment cluster starts to flash at any vehicle
speed, as soon as a tire loses traction and
the wheel begins to spin.
Adapt your speed and driving style to
the prevailing road conditions.
i If the yellow ESP® warning lamp v
comes on while driving, the 4-ETS is being
switched off temporarily to prevent overheating
of the drive wheel brakes. In addition, the
messageABS, ESP unavailable See
Operator’s Manual appears in the
multifunction display.
Failure to observe these guidelines could
cause the vehicle to skid.
The 4-ETS cannot prevent accidents resul-
ting from excessive speed.
For more information, see the “Practical
hints” section (୴ page 420) and
!
Operational or performance test must only
be conducted on a two-axle dynamometer. If
such tests are necessary, contact an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. You could
otherwise seriously damage the brake system or
the transfer case which is not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
(୴ page 433).
106
| Categories | Mercedes-Benz Manuals, Mercedes-Benz R-Class Manuals |
|---|---|
| Tags | Mercedes Benz R350, Mercedes Benz V251, Mercedes-Benz R320 CDI, Mercedes-Benz R500, Mercedes-Benz R63 AMG |
| Model Year | 2007 |
| Download File |
|
| Document File Type | |
| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
(1 votes, average: 5 out of 5)
Automotive readers have rated 2007 Mercedes-Benz R350 R500 R320 CDI R63 AMG V251 Owners Manual 5.0 out of 5.0 based on 1 product reviews. Bought an R class with no Manual, thanks for the help!!!