Mercedes-Benz 2003 C-Class Wagon, Operator'S Manual

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Safety and Security
Driving safety systems
Continuous steady brake pedal pressure
yields the advantages provided by ABS,
namely braking power and ability to steer
the vehicle.
On slippery road surfaces, the ABS will re-
spond even with light brake pressure. The
pulsating brake pedal can be an indication
of hazardous road conditions and func-
tions as a reminder to take extra care while
driving.
ABS control
The
-
malfunction indicator lamp in the
speedometer lights up when you turn the
key in the starter switch to position
2 . It
goes out when the engine is running.
More information can be found in the
“Practical hints” section (
컄
page 255).
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To alert following vehicles to slippery
road conditions you discover, operate
your hazard warning flashers as appro-
priate.
Warning!
G
ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of
physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can
it increase braking or steering efficiency be-
yond that afforded by the condition of the
vehicle brakes and tires or the traction af-
forded. The ABS cannot prevent accidents,
including those resulting from excessive
speed in turns, following another vehicle too
closely, or aquaplaning. Only a safe, atten-
tive, and skillful driver can prevent acci-
dents. The capabilities of an ABS equipped
vehicle must never be exploited in a reck-
less or dangerous manner which could jeop-
ardize the user’s safety or the safety of
others.
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