Mercedes-Benz 2007 CLK 350 Operator's Manual page 95

Safety and Security
Driving safety systems
When you switch off the ESP
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the ESP does not stabilize the vehicle
the engine output is not limited, which
allows the drive wheels to spin and
thus cut into surfaces for better grip
the traction control is not available
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the ESP operates while you are
braking
you cannot activate the cruise control
the cruise control switches off if
currently activated
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When the ESP is switched off and one
or more drive wheels are spinning, the ESP
warning lamp v in the instrument cluster
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flashes. However, the ESP will then not
stabilize the vehicle.
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The ESP switch is located on the center
console.
1 ESP
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switch
With the engine running, press ESP
switch 1 until the ESP
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lamp v in the instrument cluster
comes on.
The ESP
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warning
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is switched off.
Warning!
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warning lamp v is
When the ESP
illuminated continuously, the ESP
switched off or is not operational due to a
malfunction. Vehicle stability in standard
driving maneuvers reduces.
Adapt your speed and driving to the prevail-
ing road conditions and to the non-operating
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status of the ESP .
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Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an
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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
® switch 1 until the ESP
Press ESP
warning lamp v in the instrument
cluster goes out.
You are now again in normal driving
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mode with ESP switched on.
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