Mercedes-Benz 2007 E -Class Wagon Operator's Manual page 102

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 fol-
lows:
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, or
hydroplaning. Only a safe, attentive, and
skillful driver can prevent accidents. The ca-
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pabilities of an ESP
never be exploited in a reckless or danger-
ous manner which could jeopardize the us-
er's safety or the safety of others.
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The ESP will only function properly if you
use wheels of the recommended tire size
( page 480).
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Because the ESP
engine and the 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:
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equipped vehicle must
Active braking action through the ESP
erwise seriously damage the brake system.
For information on vehicles with 4MATIC, see
"Four wheel electronic traction system (4MATIC)
with the ESP
For more information, see the "Practical
hints" section ( page 379) and
( page 400).
Safety and Security
Driving safety systems
Vehicles without 4MATIC:
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operates automatically, the
the parking brake is being tested on a brake
test dynamometer
the vehicle is being towed with the front axle
raised
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" ( page 104).
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may oth-
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