Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class 2009 Owners Manual - Manual (Page 66)

Driving safety systems
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Panic alarm
1 Â button
i USA only:
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
2. this device must accept any interfer-
ence received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Any unauthorized modification to this
device could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
i Canada only:
This device complies with RSS-210 of
Industry Canada. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference,
and
2. this device must accept any interfer-
ence received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of
the device.
Any unauthorized modification to this
device could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
X Activating: Press and hold button 1 for at
least 1 second.
An audible alarm and flashing exterior
lamps will operate briefly.
X Deactivating: Press button 1 again.
or
X Insert the SmartKey in the starter switch.
or
X Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button.
The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO must be
inside the vehicle.
Driving safety systems
Introduction
This section contains information about the
following driving safety systems:
R ABS (Antilock Brake System)
R Adaptive Brake
R BAS (Brake Assist System)
R EBP (Electronic Brake Proportioning)
R ESP ® (Electronic Stability Program)
i In winter operation, the maximum effec-
tiveness of most of the driving systems
described in this section is only achieved
with winter tires, or snow chains as
required.
Safety notes
G Warning!
The following factors increase the risk of
accidents:
R Excessive speed, especially in turns
R Wet and slippery road surfaces
R Following another vehicle too closely
Safety and security