Mercedes-Benz CLS Operator's Manual page 63

When you switch off the ESP
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the ESP does not stabilize the vehicle
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the engine output is not limited, which
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allows the drive wheels to spin and thus cut
into surfaces for better grip
the ETS will still apply the brakes to a
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spinning wheel
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the ESP continues to operate when you
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are braking
the cruise control or the Distronic system
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cannot be activated
the cruise control or the Distronic system
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switch off if activated
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i When the ESP is switched off and one or
more drive wheels are spinning, the ESP
warning lamp d in the instrument
cluster flashes. However, the ESP
then not stabilize the vehicle.
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With the engine running, press ESP
switch : until the ESP
d in the instrument cluster comes on.
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The ESP is switched off.
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Warning!
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When the ESP warning lamp d is
illuminated continuously, the ESP
switched off or is not operational due to a
malfunction. Vehicle stability in standard
driving maneuvers is reduced.
Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing
road conditions and to the non-operating
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status of the ESP .
! Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an
extended period with the ESP
off. This may cause serious damage to the
drivetrain which is not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
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,
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will
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warning lamp
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is
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switched
Driving safety systems
Switching off the ESP
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Warning!
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The ESP should not be switched off during
normal driving.
Disabling of the system will result in the
following:
no restriction to engine torque
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loss of system-supported traction control
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"ESP OFF" is designed for driving on closed
tracks when the vehicle's natural oversteer
and understeer characteristics are desired
and requires a highly skilled and experienced
driver able to handle these critical driving
situations.
You could lose control of your vehicle and
cause an accident.
Please be aware of these limits when you
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switch off the ESP .
Do not switch off the ESP
wheel is mounted.
When you switch off the ESP
®
the ESP does not stabilize the vehicle
R
the engine output is not limited, which
R
allows the drive wheels to spin
the ETS will still apply the brakes to a
R
spinning wheel
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the ESP operates while you are braking
R
the cruise control or the Distronic system
R
cannot be activated
the cruise control or the Distronic system
R
switch off if currently activated
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i When the ESP is switched off and one or
more drive wheels are spinning, the ESP
warning lamp d in the instrument
cluster flashes. However, the ESP
then not stabilize the vehicle.
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(CLS 63 AMG only)
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when a spare
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,
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will
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