Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe Operator's Manual page 71

The SPORT handling mode SPORT handling mode
appears in the multifunction display.
To deactivate SPORT handling mode:
X
briefly press button :.
The M SPORT handling mode warning
lamp in the instrument cluster goes out.
To deactivate ESP
X
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the å ESP OFF warning lamp lights up
in the instrument cluster.
The ÷ OFF OFF message appears in the mul-
tifunction display.
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To activate ESP : briefly press button :.
X
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The å ESP OFF warning lamp in the
instrument cluster goes out. The ÷
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ESP ON ON message appears in the multifunc-
tion display.
Characteristics of activated SPORT han-
dling mode
If SPORT handling mode is activated and one
or more wheels start to spin, the ÷ ESP
warning lamp in the instrument cluster
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flashes. ESP only stabilizes the vehicle to a
limited degree.
When SPORT handling mode is activated:
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ESP only improves driving stability to a
R
limited degree.
traction control is still activated.
R
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 cut-
ting action for better traction on loose sur-
faces.
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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.
message
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: press button : until
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is deactivated
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warning lamp in
Driving safety systems
If you deactivate ESP
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ESP no longer improves driving stability.
R
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 cut-
ting action for better traction on loose sur-
faces.
traction control is still activated.
R
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PRE-SAFE is no longer available, nor is it
R
activated if you brake firmly and ESP
intervenes.
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PRE-SAFE Brake is no longer available, it
R
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 distribu-
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tion)
General information
EBD monitors and controls the brake pres-
sure on the rear wheels to improve driving
stability while braking.
Important safety notes
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Observe the "Important safety notes" sec-
tion ( page 63).
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G WARNING
If EBD is malfunctioning, the rear wheels can
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 spe-
cialist workshop.
Observe information regarding indicator and
warning lamps (
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play messages (
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:
page 235) as well as dis-
page 210).
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