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4-ETS
The 4-ETS improves vehicle's ability to uti-
lize available traction, especially under
slippery road conditions. The brakes are
applied to the spinning wheel and power is
allowed to flow to the wheel(s) with trac-
tion.
The 4-ETS function is available between ve-
hicle speeds of 0 mph (km/h) and 37 mph
(60 km/h).
The ESP warning lamp v in the instru-
ment cluster ( page 24) comes on when
you turn the SmartKey to position 2. It
goes out when the engine is running.
The ESP warning lamp v starts to flash
at any vehicle speed, as soon as the tires
lose traction and the wheels begin to spin.
Warning!
When you see the ESP warning lamp
flashing in the instrument cluster, then pro-
ceed as follows:
While driving off, apply as little throttle
as possible.
While driving ease up on the accelera-
tor.
Adapt your speed and driving style to
the prevailing road conditions.
Failure to observe these guidelines could
cause the vehicle to skid.
The 4-ETS cannot prevent accidents result-
ing from excessive speed.
Safety and Security
Driving and safety systems
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The engine must be shut off when
v
the parking brake is being tested on
a brake test dynamometer.
the vehicle is being towed with one
axle raised.
Otherwise, the 4-ETS will engage the
brakes and seriously damage the brake
system.
For more information, see "Practical hints"
( page 257).
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