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In extreme cases, EDL automatically switches off
to keep the brake on the braked wheel from over-
heating. The vehicle is still working correctly. EDL
will switch on again automatically when condi -
tions have returned to normal.
Steering recommendation
The ESC helps to stabilize the vehicle by changing
the steering torque .
In vehicles with dynamic steering*, ESC also
helps to stabilize the steering in critical s itua -
tions.
Selective wheel torque control
Selective whee l torque control is used when driv-
ing on curves. The front wheel on the inside of
the curve or both wheels on the inside of the
curve are braked selectively as needed. This al-
lows more precise driving in curves.
Automatic post-collision braking system
The "Automatic post-collision brak ing system"
can help to reduce the risk of sliding and of other
coll isions after an accident. If the airbag control
module detects a collision above a certain vehicle
speed, the vehicle is braked by the ESC.
The vehicle does not brake automatically if:
- the driver presses the accelerator pedal, or
- the braking force generated by the pressed
brake pedal is greater than the brak ing force
that would be initiated by the system, or
- the ESC, the brake system or the vehicle electri-
cal system are not function ing .
Switching on/ off
Intelligent
Technology
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WARNING
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- The ESC and its integrated systems cannot
overcome the lim its posed by natural physi-
cal laws. This is especia lly important on slip-
pery or wet roads. If the systems beg in act-
ing to stabilize your vehicle, you should im-
mediately alter your speed to match the
road and traffic conditions. Do not let the
increased safety provided tempt you into
taking risks. This cou ld increase your risk of
a collision .
- Please note the risk of a collision increases
when driving fast, especially through curves
and on slippery or wet roads, and when dr iv-
ing too close to objects ahead. The ESC and
its integrated systems cannot always pre-
vent collisions - there is still a risk of acci-
dents!
- Press the accelerator pedal carefully when
accelerating on even, slippery surfaces such
as ice and snow. The dr ive wheels can spin
even when these control systems are instal-
led and this can affect driving stability and
increase the risk of a collision .
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Tips
- ABS and ASR only function correctly when
all four wheels are equipped with identical
tires. Different tire sizes can lead to a reduc-
tion in engine power.
- You may hear noises when the systems de-
scribed are working.
£SC turns on automatically when you start the engine.
Fig. 175
Center console: OFF~ button
The ESC is designed to function in levels. Depend-
ing on the level that is se lected, the stabilization
function of the ESC is limited or switched off. The
amount of stabilization control will differ de-
pending on the level.
The following examples are unusual situations
where it may make sense to switch sport mode
on in order to allow the wheels to spin:
- Rocking the vehicle to free it when it is stuck
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