Mercedes-Benz 2003 M-Class - Manual (Page 77)

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Safety and Security
Driving and safety systems
The button is located in the upper center
console.
1 ESP on/off
̈ Press upper half of button.
The 4-ETS/ESP warning lamp v in
the speedometer dial comes on.
Even if the ESP has been turned off, it is
still active in the following situations:
ț when braking
ț at vehicle speeds between approxi-
mately 24 mph (40 km/h) and 50 mph
(80 km/h), if one drive wheel loses
traction and begins to spin.
The brake is applied until the wheel re-
gains sufficient traction.
The 4-ETS/ESP warning lamp v, locat-
ed in the speedometer dial, starts to flash
at any speed as soon as the tires lose trac-
tion.
Switching on the ESP
̈ Press lower half of button.
The 4-ETS/ESP warning lamp v in
the speedometer goes out. You are
now again in normal driving mode.
More information can be found in the
“Practical hints” section (
୴ page 224).
Warning!
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When the 4-ETS/ESP warning lamp v is
illuminated continuously, the ESP is
switched off.
Adapt your speed and driving to the prevail-
ing road conditions and to the non-operating
status of the ESP.