2007 Mercedes CLK-Class Owner's Manual - Page 94

Safety and Security Driving safety systems The ESP® switch is located on the center console. Switching off the ESP® (CLK 63 AMG only) Warning! 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 prevailing road conditions and to the non-operating status of the ESP®. G The ESP® should not be switched off during normal driving. Disabling of the system will result in the following: no restriction to engine torque no differential brake support loss of system supported traction control "ESP® Off" is designed for driving on closed tracks when the vehicle's natural oversteer and understeer characteristics are desired and requires a highly skilled and experienced driver able to handle these critical driving situations. You could lose control of your vehicle and cause an accident. Please be aware of these limits when you switch off the ESP®. 1 ESP® switch 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. ! 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. 93