2003 Mercedes SL-Class Owner's Manual - Page 72
2003 Mercedes SL-Class Manual
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Safety and Security Driving safety systems The button is located in the lower part of the center console. ! Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an extended period with the ESP switched off. This may cause serious damage to the drive train which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. SBC brake system The SBC brake system combines a hydraulic brake circuit with electronically controlled brake servo assistance. You have increased braking safety and improved braking comfort. Warning! Warning! G G 1 ESP on/off Press ESP button 1 until the ESP warning lamp v in the speedometer lights up. ESP is deactivated. If one or more wheels are spinning, the ESP warning lamp v in the speedometer flashes, regardless of the speed. Traction control brakes a spinning wheel even when ESP is deactivated. ESP always operates when you are braking, even when it has been deactivated. When the ESP warning lamp v is illuminated continuously, ESP is switched off. Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions and to the non-operating status of the ESP. Never ignore a brake malfunction indicated in the speedometer display, for example by the ; (USA only) or 3 (Canada only) indicator lamp. Refer to the "Practical hints" section ( page 253). Also read and observe the messages in the instrument cluster display ( page 257). Switching on ESP Press button 1. The ESP warning lamp v in the speedometer goes out. You are now again in normal driving mode. 72