Mercedes-Benz 2009 CL-Class Operator's Manual page 71

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ESP
G Observe Safety notes, see
page 65.
The Electronic Stability Program (ESP
operational as soon as the engine is running
and monitors the vehicle's traction (force of
adhesive friction between the tires and the
road surface) and handling.
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The ESP recognizes when a wheel is
spinning or if the vehicle starts to skid. By
applying brakes to individual wheels and by
limiting the engine output, the ESP
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stabilize the vehicle. The ESP
useful while driving off and on wet or slippery
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road surfaces. The ESP also stabilizes the
vehicle during braking and steering
maneuvers.
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The ESP warning lamp
v
instrument cluster comes on when you switch
on the ignition. It goes out when the engine
is running.
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The ESP warning lamp
v
instrument cluster flashes when the ESP
engaged.
G Warning!
Never switch off the ESP
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ESP warning lamp v flashing in the
instrument cluster. In this case proceed as
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) is
follows:
When driving off, apply as little throttle
R
as possible.
While driving, ease up on the accelerator
R
pedal.
Adapt your speed and driving style to the
R
prevailing road conditions.
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works to
Failure to observe these guidelines could
is especially
cause the vehicle to skid. The ESP
prevent accidents resulting from excessive
speed.
! Vehicles with 4MATIC:
in the
Only conduct operational or performance
tests on a two-axle dynamometer. If such
tests are necessary, contact an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center. You could
in the
otherwise seriously damage the brake
system or the transfer case which is not
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is
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.
! Vehicles with 4MATIC:
Because the ESP
the engine and ignition must be shut off
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when you see the
(SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or
1 or KEYLESS-GO start/stop button in
position 0 or 1) when the electronic parking
brake is being tested on a brake test
dynamometer.
Active braking action through the ESP
may otherwise seriously damage the brake
system which is not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
! Vehicles without 4MATIC:
Because the ESP
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cannot
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 the electronic parking
brake is being tested on a brake test
dynamometer or when the vehicle is being
towed with one axle raised.
Active braking action through the ESP
may otherwise seriously damage the brake
system which is not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
! The ESP
use wheels of the recommended tire size
Safety and security
Driving safety systems
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operates automatically,
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operates automatically,
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will only function properly if you
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