Operation Manual

If you deactivate ESP
®
:
R
ESP
®
no longer improves driving stability.
R
engine torque is no longer limited and the
drive wheels are able to spin.
The spinning of the wheels results in a cut-
ting action for better traction on loose sur-
faces.
R
traction control is still activated.
R
ESP
®
still provides support when you
brake.
EBD (electronic brake force distribu-
tion)
General information
EBD monitors and controls the brake pres-
sure on the rear wheels to improve driving
stability while braking.
Important safety notes
i
Observe the "Important safety notes" sec-
tion (Y page 62).
G
WARNING
If EBD is malfunctioning, the rear wheels can
lock, e.g. under full braking. This increases the
risk of skidding and an accident.
You should therefore adapt your driving style
to the different handling characteristics. Have
the brake system checked at a qualified spe-
cialist workshop.
Observe information regarding indicator and
warning lamps (Y page 230) as well as dis-
play messages (Y page 205).
ADAPTIVE BRAKE
ADAPTIVE BRAKE enhances braking safety
and offers increased braking comfort. In addi-
tion to the braking function, ADAPTIVE BRAKE
also has the HOLD function (Y page 163) and
hill start assist (Y page 134).
STEER CONTROL
General information
STEER CONTROL helps you by transmitting a
noticeable steering force to the steering
wheel in the direction required for vehicle
stabilization.
This steering assistance is provided in partic-
ular if:
R
both right wheels or both left wheels are on
a wet or slippery road surface when you
brake.
R
the vehicle starts to skid.
Important safety notes
i
Observe the "Important safety notes" sec-
tion (Y page 62).
No steering assistance is provided from
STEER CONTROL, if:
R
ESP
®
is malfunctioning.
R
the lighting is faulty.
If ESP
®
is malfunctioning, you will be assisted
further by the electrical power steering.
Recuperative Brake System
G
WARNING
In the event of malfunctions in the Recupera-
tive Brake System, the following may occur:
R
the braking performance of the electric
motor may be either reduced or not effec-
tive
R
brake pedal resistance may be lower than
usual
R
pedal travel may be longer than usual
If you do not make an additional effort to apply
the brake yourself, the braking effect may not
be sufficient. There is a risk of an accident.
In the event of this malfunction, continue to
depress the brake pedal. The brake system is
still fully functional.
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Driving safety systems
Safety