Driving safety systems
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functions as a reminder to take extra care
while driving.
It monitors the vehicle’s traction (force of
adhesive friction between the tires and the
road surface) and handling.
Emergency brake maneuver
The ESC recognizes that the vehicle deviates
from the direction of travel as intended by the
driver. By applying brakes to individual
wheels and by limiting the engine output, the
ESC works to stabilize the vehicle. The ESC is
especially useful while driving off and on wet
or slippery road surfaces. The ESC also
stabilizes the vehicle during braking and
steering maneuvers.
The ESC warning lamp÷ in the instrument
cluster comes on when you switch on the
ignition. It goes out when the engine is
running.
X Keep continuous full pressure on the brake
pedal.
G Warning!
If the ABS malfunctions, other driving safety
systems such as the BAS or the ESC are also
switched off. Observe indicator and warning
lamps that may come on as well as messages
in the multifunction display that may appear.
If the ABS malfunctions, the wheels may lock
during hard braking, reducing steering
capability and extending the braking distance.
G Warning!
Never switch off the ESC when you see the
ESC warning lamp÷ flashing in the
instrument cluster. In this case proceed as
follows:
BAS
G Observe Safety notes, see page 61.
The Brake Assist System (BAS) operates in
emergency situations. If you apply the brakes
very quickly, the BAS provides full brake
boost automatically, thereby potentially
reducing the braking distance.
RWhen driving off, apply as little throttle as
possible.
RWhile driving, ease up on the accelerator
pedal.
X Apply continuous full braking pressure until
the emergency braking situation is over.
The ABS will prevent the wheels from
locking.
RAdapt your speed and driving style to the
prevailing road conditions.
Failure to observe these guidelines could
cause the vehicle to skid. The ESC cannot
prevent accidents resulting from excessive
speed.
When you release the brake pedal, the brakes
function again as normal. The BAS is then
deactivated.
!
Because the ESC operates automatically,
G Warning!
the engine and ignition must be shut off
(KEYLESS-GO start/stop button in position
If the BAS malfunctions, the brake system still
functions, but without the additional brake
boost available that the BAS would normally
provide in an emergency braking maneuver.
Therefore, the braking distance may increase.
0
or 1, or SmartKey in starter switch
position 0 or 1) when the electronic parking
brake is being tested on a brake test
dynamometer or when the vehicle is being
towed with the rear axle raised.
Active braking action through the ESC may
otherwise seriously damage the brake
system which is not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
ESC
G Observe Safety notes, see page 61.
The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is
operational as soon as the engine is running.
| Categories | Mercedes-Benz Manuals, Mercedes-Benz SLS-Class Manuals |
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| Tags | Mercedes Benz C197 |
| Model Year | 2011 |
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