Sbc Brake System - Mercedes-Benz 2005 E -Class Wagon Operator's Manual

Safety and Security
Driving safety systems
Warning!
When the ABS/ESP warning lamp v is
illuminated continuously, the ESP is
switched off.
Adapt your speed and driving to the prevail-
ing road conditions and to the non-operating
status of the ESP.
!
Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an
extended period with the ESP switched
off. This may cause serious damage to
the drivetrain which is not covered by
the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
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Switching on the ESP
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Press ESP switch 1.
The ABS/ESP warning lamp v in
the instrument cluster goes out.
You are now again in normal driving
mode with the ESP switched on.
!
Turn on the ESP immediately if the
aforementioned circumstances do not
apply anymore.

SBC brake system

The SBC brake system combines a hydrau-
lic brake circuit with electronically con-
trolled brake servo assistance. You have
increased braking safety and improved
braking comfort.
Warning!
Never ignore a brake malfunction indicated
in the speedometer display, for example by
the ; (USA only) or 3 (Canada only)
warning lamp. Refer to the "Practical hints"
section ( page 354). Also read and ob-
serve the messages in the instrument clus-
ter display ( page 362).
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