Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class 2007 Owners Manual - Manual (Page 95)

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Safety and Security
Driving safety systems
When you switch off the ESP ®
ț the ESP ® does not stabilize the vehicle
ț the engine output is not limited, which
allows the drive wheels to spin and
thus cut into surfaces for better grip
ț the traction control is not available
ț the ESP ® operates while you are
braking
ț you cannot activate the cruise control
ț the cruise control switches off if
currently activated
The ESP ® switch is located on the center
console.
1 ESP ® switch
̈ With the engine running, press ESP ®
switch 1 until the ESP ® warning
lamp v in the instrument cluster
comes on.
The ESP ® is switched off. Switching on the ESP ®
̈ Press ESP ® switch 1 until the ESP ®
warning lamp v in the instrument
cluster goes out.
You are now again in normal driving
mode with 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 instrument cluster
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 or is not operational due to a
malfunction. Vehicle stability in standard
driving maneuvers reduces.
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.