Driving Safety Systems - Mercedes-Benz 2008 R 320 CDI 4MATIC Operator's Manual

Safety and Security

Driving safety systems

Warning!
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Never switch off the ESP when you see the
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warning lamp v flashing in the in-
ESP
strument 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.
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The ESP cannot prevent accidents result-
ing from excessive speed.
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Warning!
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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-
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ties of an 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.
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Because the ESP
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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 the vehicle is being towed
with one axle raised.
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Active braking action through the ESP
otherwise seriously damage the brake system
which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz
Limited Warranty
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Vehicles with 4MATIC must not be towed
with one axle raised.
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Vehicles with 4MATIC:
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.
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operates automatically,
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may