Esp - Mercedes-Benz 2006 SLK 280 Operator's Manual

Safety and Security
Driving safety systems
Warning!
The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of
physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can
it increase braking efficiency beyond that
afforded by the condition of the vehicle
brakes and tires or the traction afforded.
The BAS cannot prevent accidents, includ-
ing those resulting from excessive speed in
turns, following another vehicle too closely,
or hydroplaning. Only a safe, attentive, and
skillful driver can prevent accidents. The ca-
pabilities of a BAS equipped vehicle must
never be exploited in a reckless or danger-
ous manner which could jeopardize the us-
er's safety or the safety of others.
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ESP

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The Electronic Stability Program (ESP
operational as soon as the engine is run-
ning and monitors the vehicle's traction
(force of adhesive friction between the
tires and the road surface) and handling.
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The ESP recognizes when a wheel is spin-
ning or if the vehicle starts to skid.
By applying brakes to the appropriate
wheel and by limiting engine output, the
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ESP works to stabilize the vehicle. The
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ESP is especially useful while driving off
and on wet or slippery road surfaces. The
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ESP also stabilizes the vehicle during
braking maneuvers.
® warning lamp v in the speed-
The ESP
ometer dial flashes when the ESP
gaged.
® warning lamp v in the speed-
The ESP
ometer dial comes on when you switch on
the ignition. It goes out when the engine is
running.
Warning!
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Never switch off the ESP
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warning lamp v flashing in the
ESP
speedometer dial. In this case, proceed 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.
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The ESP cannot prevent accidents result-
ing from excessive speed.
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when you see the