2006 Mercedes SLK-Class Owner's Manual - Page 87
2006 Mercedes SLK-Class Manual
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Safety and Security Driving safety systems ! Turn on the ESP immediately if the aforementioned circumstances do not apply anymore. When you switch off the ESP® the ESP® does not stabilize the vehicle the engine output is not limited, which allows the drive wheels to spin and thus cut into surfaces for a better grip the traction control will still brake a spinning wheel the ESP® continues to operate when you are braking 1 ESP® switch (off/on) With the engine running, press ESP® switch 1. The ESP® warning lamp v in the speedometer dial comes on. The ESP® is switched off. ® The switch is located on the upper part of the center console. Warning! G When the ESP® warning lamp v is illuminated continuously, the ESP® is switched off. Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing 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. Switching on the ESP® Press ESP® switch 1. The ESP® warning lamp v in the speedometer dial 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® warning lamp v in the speedometer dial flashes. However, the ESP® will then not stabilize the vehicle. 86