Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupe 2020 Operator's Manual page 146

144 Driving and parking
Please also observe the following breaking-in
notes:
In certain driving and driving safety systems,
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the sensors adjust automatically while a cer‐
tain distance is being driven after the vehicle
has been delivered or after repairs. Full sys‐
tem effectiveness is not reached until the
end of this teach-in process.
Brakepads, brake discs and tires that are
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either new or have been replaced only ach‐
ieve optimum braking effect and grip after
several hundred kilometers of driving. Com‐
pensate for the reduced braking effect by
applying greater force to the brake pedal.
Notes on optimized acceleration
If all necessary requirements and activation con‐
ditions are fulfilled, the best possible accelera‐
tion can be achieved from a standstill.
Do not use the optimized acceleration on public
roads. Individual wheels could spin and you
could lose control of the vehicle. There is an
increased risk of skidding and/or accident.
Be sure to observe the safety notes and informa‐
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tion on ESP ( page 169).
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Pulling away with optimized acceleration
& WARNING Risk of skidding and having
an accident from wheels spinning
When you use optimized acceleration, indi‐
vidual wheels could spin and you could lose
control of the vehicle.
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If ESP is deactivated, there is a risk of skid‐
ding and accident.
Make sure that no persons or obstacles
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are in the close vicinity of your vehicle.
Requirements:
The vehicle has been broken in
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( page 143).
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The vehicle and tires are in good condition.
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You are on a high-grip roadway.
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The engine and transmission are at normal
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operating temperature.
* NOTE Increased wear due to optimized
acceleration
When pulling away with optimized accelera‐
tion, all components of the drivetrain are
subjected to a very high load.
This can lead to increased component wear.
Do not always pull away with optimized
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acceleration.
Engage the h drive position (
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Move the steering wheel to the straight-
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ahead position.
Select the sportiest available drive program
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B or C( page 150).
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Deactivate ESP ( page 171).
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Depress and hold the brake pedal firmly with
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your left foot.
With your right foot, fully depress the accel‐
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erator pedal.
page 153).