Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class 2008 Owners Manual - Manual (Page 88)

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Safety and Security
Driving safety systems
For more information, see the “Practical
hints” section (
୴ page 352) and
( ୴ page 363).
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, or
hydroplaning. Only a safe, attentive, and
skillful driver can prevent accidents. The ca-
pabilities of an ESP ® equipped vehicle must
never be exploited in a reckless or danger-
ous manner which could jeopardize the us-
er’s safety or the safety of others.
! Because the ESP ® operates automatically,
the engine must be turned off (SmartKey in
starter switch position 0 or 1) when
ț the parking brake is being tested on a brake
test dynamometer
ț the vehicle is being towed with the front axle
raised
Active braking action through the ESP ® may
otherwise seriously damage the brake system.
i The ESP ® will only function properly if you
use wheels of the recommended tire size
(
୴ page 442).