Mercedes-Benz GL-Class 2007 Owners Manual - Manual (Page 107)

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Safety and Security
Driving safety systems
For more information, see the “Practical
hints” section (
୴ page 441) and
( ୴ page 459).
Warning!
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Never switch off the ESP ® when you see the
ESP ® warning lamp v flashing in the in-
strument cluster. In this case, proceed as
follows:
ț While driving off, apply as little throttle
as possible.
ț While driving, ease up on the accelera-
tor.
ț Adapt your speed and driving style to
the prevailing road conditions.
Failure to observe these guidelines could
cause the vehicle to skid.
The ESP ® cannot prevent accidents result-
ing from excessive speed.
Warning!
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The ESP ® cannot prevent the natural laws of
physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can
it increase the traction afforded. The ESP ®
cannot prevent accidents, including those
resulting from excessive speed in turns, fol-
lowing another vehicle too closely, or hydro-
planing. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful
driver can prevent accidents. The capabili-
ties of an ESP ® equipped vehicle must never
be exploited in a reckless or dangerous
manner which could jeopardize the user’s
safety or the safety of others.
!
Operational or performance test must only
be conducted on a two-axle dynamometer. If
such tests are necessary, contact an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. You could
otherwise seriously damage the brake system or
the transfer case which is not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
! Because the ESP ® operates automatically,
the engine and ignition must be shut off
(SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or 1 or
KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button in
position 0 or 1) when testing the parking brake
on a brake test dynamometer and such testing
should be no longer than 10 seconds.
Active braking action through the ESP ® may
otherwise seriously damage the brake system
which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz
Limited Warranty.
i The ESP ® will only function properly if you
use wheels of the recommended tire size
(
୴ page 554).