Adaptive Brake - Mercedes-Benz SLC Operator's Manual

Engine torque is no longer limited and the
R
drive wheels are able to spin.
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ESP still provides support when you brake
R
firmly.
Characteristics when ESP
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If ESP is deactivated and one or more wheels
start to spin, the ÷ ESP
instrument cluster flashes. In such situations,
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ESP will not stabilize the vehicle.
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If you deactivate ESP
®
ESP no longer improves driving stability.
R
Engine torque is no longer limited and the
R
drive wheels are able to spin.
Traction control is still activated.
R
Active Brake Assist is not available and is not
R
activated even if you brake firmly with assis-
®
tance from ESP
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PRE-SAFE is no longer available, nor is it
R
activated if you brake firmly and ESP
venes.
®
ESP still provides support when you brake
R
firmly.
EBD (electronic brake force distribu-
tion)
General information
EBD monitors and controls the brake pressure
on the rear wheels to improve driving stability
while braking.
Important safety notes
i
Observe the "Important safety notes" sec-
tion for driving safety systems (
G
WARNING
If EBD is malfunctioning, the rear wheels can
lock, e.g. under full braking. This increases the
risk of skidding and an accident.
You should therefore adapt your driving style
to the different handling characteristics. Have
the brake system checked at a qualified spe-
cialist workshop.
Observe information regarding indicator and
warning lamps ( page 204) as well as display
Y
messages ( page 181).
Y
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is deactivated
®
warning lamp in the
:
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inter-
page 54).
Y
Protection against theft

ADAPTIVE BRAKE

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Observe the "Important safety notes" sec-
tion ( page 54).
Y
ADAPTIVE BRAKE enhances braking safety and
offers increased braking comfort. In addition to
the braking function, ADAPTIVE BRAKE also has
the HOLD function (
Y
assist ( page 117).
Y
Protection against theft
Immobilizer
To activate with the SmartKey: remove the
X
SmartKey from the ignition lock.
To activate with KEYLESS-GO: switch the
X
ignition off and open the driver's door.
To deactivate: switch on the ignition.
X
The immobilizer prevents your vehicle from
being started without the correct SmartKey.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. The
engine can be started by anyone with a valid
SmartKey that is left inside the vehicle.
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The immobilizer is always deactivated when
you start the engine.
In the event that the engine cannot be started
(yet the vehicle's battery is charged), the sys-
tem is not operational. Contact an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center or call
1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or
1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
ATA (anti-theft alarm system)
page 148) and hill start
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