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Safety and Security
Driving safety systems
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Driving safety systems
In this section you will find information on
the following driving safety systems:
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ABS (Antilock Brake System)
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BAS (Brake Assist System)
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ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
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4MATIC (Four Wheel Electronic
Traction System)
ABS
The Antilock Brake System (ABS) regulates
the brake pressure so that the wheels do
not lock during braking. This allows you to
maintain the ability to steer your vehicle.
The ABS is functional above a speed of ap-
proximately 5 mph (8 km/h) independent
of road surface conditions.
On slippery road surfaces, the ABS will
respond even to light brake pressure.
The
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indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster (
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page 24) comes on when you
switch on the ignition. It goes out when the
engine is running.
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In winter operation, the maximum
effectiveness of the ABS, ESP, and
4MATIC (if so equipped) is only
achieved with winter tires (M +S tires),
or snow chains as required.
Warning!
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The following factors increase the risk of
accidents:
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Excessive speed, especially in turns
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Wet and slippery road surfaces
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Following another vehicle too closely
The ABS, BAS, ESP, and 4MATIC (if so
equipped) cannot reduce this risk.
Always adjust your driving style to the
prevailing road and weather conditions.
Warning!
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Do not pump the brake pedal. Use firm,
steady brake pedal pressure instead. Pump-
ing the brake pedal defeats the purpose of
the ABS and significantly reduces braking
effectiveness.
Summary of Contents for 2005 C 240
Page 1: ...Sommer Corporate Media AG Operator s Manual C Class Wagon Operator s Manual C Class Wagon ...
Page 2: ...Order No 6515 0136 13 Part No 203 584 61 82 USA Edition A 2005 Ê4Ct rgË 2035846182 ...
Page 3: ...C 240 C 240 4MATIC ...
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Page 24: ...22 At a glance Cockpit ...
Page 26: ...24 At a glance Instrument cluster ...
Page 33: ...31 Getting started Unlocking Adjusting Driving Parking and locking ...
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Page 61: ...59 Safety and Security Occupant safety Panic alarm Driving safety systems Anti theft systems ...
Page 168: ...166 Controls in detail Climate control ...
Page 178: ...176 Controls in detail Audio system Operating and display elements ...
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