Adaptive Brake - Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe Operator's Manual

engine torque is only restricted to a limited
R
degree, and the drive wheels are able to
spin.
The spinning of the wheels results in a
cutting action for better traction on loose
surfaces.
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ESP still provides support when you
R
brake.
Characteristics when ESP
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If ESP is deactivated and one or more wheels
start to spin, the ÷ ESP
the instrument cluster does not flash. In such
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situations, ESP will not stabilize the vehicle.
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If you deactivate ESP
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R ESP no longer improves driving stability.
engine torque is restricted to a limited
R
degree and the drive wheels are able to
spin.
The spinning of the wheels results in a
cutting action for better traction on loose
surfaces.
traction control is still activated.
R
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R PRE-SAFE is no longer available, nor is it
activated if you brake firmly and ESP
intervenes.
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R PRE-SAFE Brake is no longer available, it
is also not activated if you brake firmly and
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ESP intervenes.
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ESP still provides support when you
R
brake.
EBD (electronic brake force
distribution)
General information
EBD monitors and controls the brake
pressure on the rear wheels to improve
driving stability while braking.
Important safety notes
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Observe the "Important safety notes"
section ( page 61).
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is deactivated
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warning lamp in
:
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I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :
Driving safety systems
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WARNING
If EBD has malfunctioned, the rear wheels can
still lock, e.g. under full braking. This
increases the risk of skidding and an accident.
You should therefore adapt your driving style
to the different handling characteristics. Have
the brake system checked at a qualified
specialist workshop.
Observe information regarding indicator and
warning lamps ( page 234) as well as
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display messages ( page 208).
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ADAPTIVE BRAKE

ADAPTIVE BRAKE enhances braking safety
and offers increased braking comfort. In
addition to the braking function, ADAPTIVE
BRAKE also has the HOLD function
( page 166) and hill start assist
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( page 134). For further information, see
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"Driving tips" ( page 152).
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PRE-SAFE Brake
General information
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Observe the "Important safety notes"
section ( page 61).
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PRE-SAFE Brake is only available in vehicles
with DISTRONIC PLUS.
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For PRE-SAFE Brake to assist you when
driving, the radar sensor system must be
operational.
With the help of the radar sensor system,
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PRE-SAFE Brake can detect obstacles that
are in front of your vehicle for an extended
period of time.
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PRE-SAFE Brake can help you to minimize
the risk of a collision with a vehicle ahead, and
reduce the effects of such a collision. If PRE-
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SAFE Brake has detected a risk of collision,
you will be warned visually and acoustically
as well as by automatic braking. PRE-SAFE
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