Mercedes-Benz 2005 C 240, Operator'S Manual

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Safety and Security
Driving safety systems
When you switch off the ESP
앫
the ESP does not stabilize the vehicle
앫
the engine output is not limited, which
allows the drive wheels to spin and
thus cut into surfaces for better grip
앫
the traction control will still brake a
spinning wheel
앫
the ESP continues to operate when you
are braking
The switch is located on the center
console.
1 ESP switch (off/on)
왘
Press switch 1 .
The ESP warning lamp
v
in the
speedometer comes on.
The ESP is deactivated.
Switching on the ESP
왘
Press switch 1 again.
The ESP warning lamp
v
in the
speedometer goes out.
You are now again in normal driving
mode with the ESP switched on.
i
When the ESP is switched off and one
or more drive wheels are spinning, the
ESP warning lamp
v
in the speed-
ometer flashes. However, the ESP will
then not stabilize the vehicle.
Warning!
G
When the ESP warning lamp
v
is
illuminated continuously, the ESP is
switched off.
Adapt your speed and driving to the prevail-
ing road conditions and to the non-operating
status of the ESP.
!
Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an
extended period with the ESP switched
off. This may cause serious damage to
the drivetrain which is not covered by
the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.