Driving Safety Systems - Mercedes-Benz 2008 M-Class Operator's Manual

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
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, fol-
lowing another vehicle too closely, or hydro-
planing. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful
driver can prevent accidents. The capabili-
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ties of an ESP equipped vehicle must never
be exploited in a reckless or dangerous
manner which could jeopardize the user's
safety or the safety of others.
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Operational or performance test must only
be conducted on a two-axle dynamometer. If
such tests are necessary, contact an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. You could
otherwise seriously damage the brake system or
the transfer case which is not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Safety and Security

Driving safety systems

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Because the ESP
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the engine and 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 testing the parking brake
on a brake test dynamometer and such testing
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should be no longer than 10 seconds.
Active braking action through the ESP
otherwise seriously damage the brake system
which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz
Limited Warranty.
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The ESP will only function properly if you
use wheels of the recommended tire size
( page 515).
For more information, see the "Practical
hints" section ( page 405) and
( page 418).
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operates automatically,
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may
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