Driving Safety Systems - Mercedes-Benz 2007 SL 55 AMG Operator's Manual

Safety and Security

Driving safety systems

Warning!
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Never switch off the ESP when you see the
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warning lamp v flashing in
ABS/ESP
the instrument cluster. In this case proceed
as follows:
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 engine must be shut off (SmartKey in starter
switch position 0 or 1or KEYLESS-GO*
start/stop button in position 0 or 1) when
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Active braking action through the ESP
erwise seriously damage the brake system.
equipped vehicle must
The ESP
wheels of the recommended tire size
( page 435).
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tem deactivate automatically when the ESP
in operation ( page 220).
For more information, see the
"Practical hints" section ( page 332) and
( page 355).
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Because the ESP operates automatically,
the parking brake is being tested on a brake
test dynamometer
the vehicle is being towed with the
front/rear axle raised
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will only function properly if you use
The cruise control and the Distronic* sys-
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may oth-
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is