ESP
®
trailer stabilisation does not work if
ESP
®
is deactivated or disabled because of a
malfunction.
EBD (electronic brake force distribu-
tion)
General notes
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 (
Y
page 69).
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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 (
Y
page 295) as well as dis-
play messages (
Y
page 260).
ADAPTIVE BRAKE
ADAPTIVE BRAKE enhances braking safety
and offers increased braking comfort. In addi-
tion to the braking function, ADAPTIVE BRAKE
also has the HOLD function (
Y
page 204) and
hill start assist (
Y
page 161).
STEER CONTROL
General notes
STEER CONTROL helps you by transmitting a
noticeable steering force to the steering
wheel in the direction required for vehicle
stabilisation.
This steering support is provided in particular
if:
R
both right wheels or both left wheels are on
a wet or slippery road surface when you
brake
R
the vehicle starts to skid
Important safety notes
i
Observe the "Important safety notes" sec-
tion (
Y
page 69).
No steering support is provided from STEER
CONTROL, if:
R
ESP
®
is malfunctioning
R
the steering is faulty
If ESP
®
is malfunctioning, you will be assisted
further by the electrical power steering.
Protection against theft
Immobiliser
The immobiliser prevents your vehicle from
being started without the correct key.
X
To activate with the key: remove the key
from the ignition lock.
X
To activate with KEYLESS-GO start func-
tion or KEYLESS-GO: switch the ignition
off and open the driver's door.
X
To deactivate: switch on the ignition.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the key
with you and lock the vehicle. Anyone can
start the engine if a valid key has been left
inside the vehicle.
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The immobiliser is always deactivated
when you start the engine.
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