Mercedes-Benz CL-Class 2008 COMAND Manual - Manual (Page 75)

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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 will still apply the
brakes to a spinning wheel
ț the ESP ® operates while you are
braking
ț you cannot activate the cruise control
or the Distronic*
ț the cruise control or Distronic* switch
off if currently activated
1 ESP ® off/on
̈ 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.
The ESP ® warning lamp v in the in-
strument cluster 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 ® warn-
ing 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 ex-
tended period with the ESP ® switched off. This
may cause serious damage to the drivetrain
which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz
Limited Warranty.