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Warning!
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Never switch off the ESP
when you see the
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warning lamp v flashing in the
ESP
instrument cluster. 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.
®
The ESP
cannot prevent accidents result-
ing from excessive speed.
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Warning!
®
The ESP
cannot prevent the natural laws of
physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can
it increase the traction afforded. The ESP
cannot prevent accidents, including those
resulting from excessive speed in turns, fol-
lowing another vehicle too closely, or hydro-
planing. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful
driver can prevent accidents. The capabili-
®
ties of a ESP
equipped vehicle must never
be exploited in a reckless or dangerous
manner which could jeopardize the user's
safety or the safety of others.
Safety and Security
Driving safety systems
!
Operational or performance test must only
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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.
!
Because the ESP
the engine and ignition must be shut off when
testing the parking brake on a brake test
dynamometer and such testing should be no
longer than 10 seconds.
Active braking action through ESP
otherwise seriously damage the brake system
which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz
Limited Warranty.
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®
The ESP
will only function properly if you
use wheels of the recommended tire size
( page 416).
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The ABS, BAS, and ESP
switched off when the differential locks are
switched on ( page 175).
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operates automatically,
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may
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are automatically
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