2007 Mercedes G-Class Owner's Manual - Page 92

Safety and Security Driving safety systems 4-ETS Warning! The 4-Electronic Traction System (4-ETS) improves vehicle's ability to utilize available traction, especially under slippery road conditions. The brakes are applied to the spinning wheel and power is allowed to flow to the wheel(s) with traction. The 4-ETS function is available between vehicle speeds of 0 mph (km/h) and 37 mph (60 km/h). The ESP warning lamp v in the instrument cluster ( page 26) comes on when you switch on ignition ( page 39). It goes out when the engine is running. The ESP® warning lamp v starts to flash at any vehicle speed, as soon as a tire loses traction and the wheel begins to spin. ® Warning! G G The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase braking efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. The BAS cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, following another vehicle too closely, or hydroplaning. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents. The capabilities of a BAS equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user's safety or the safety of others. When you see the ESP® warning lamp v flashing in the instrument cluster, then proceed as follows: While driving off, apply as little throttle as possible. While driving ease up on the accelerator. Adapt your speed and driving style to the prevailing road conditions. Failure to observe these guidelines could cause the vehicle to skid. The 4-ETS cannot prevent accidents resulting from excessive speed. For more information, see "Practical hints" ( page 340). 91