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driv ing too close to objects ahead. The ESC
and its integrated systems cannot always
prevent coll isions - there is still a risk of ac-
cidents!
- Press the accelerator pedal carefully when
accelerating on even, slippery surfaces such
as ice and snow . The drive wheels can spin
even when these control systems are instal-
Switching on / off
led and this can affect driving stability and
increase the risk of a collision.
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- ABS and ASR only function correctly when
all four wheels are equipped with identical
tires. Different tire sizes can lead to a reduc-
tion in engine power.
- You may hear noises when the systems de-
scribed are working.
ESC turns on automatically when you start the engine .
Fig. 137 Center console: OFF ~ button
ESC levels
Sport mode on
The following examples are unusual situations
where it may make sense to switch sport mode
on in order to allow the wheels to spin:
- Rocking the vehicle to free it when it is stuck
- Driving in deep snow or on loose ground
- Driving with snow chains
Sport mode off
Behavior
The ESC and ASR stabilization f unctions
The fu ll stabilization f unction of the ESC
are limited
~
&.. and ASR is available again.
Operating Press the I~ O FF I button . Press the I~ OF F ! button again .
Indicator fil turns on. . turns off.
lights
Messages Stabilization control (ESC): Sport Warn- Stabilization control (ESC): On
ing! Reduced stability
A WARNING
- Only switch sport mode on when your driv-
ing abilities and the traffic situation permit,
because there is a risk of sliding .
- The stabilization function is limited when
sport mode is switched on. The driving
wheels could spin and the vehicle could
swerve, especially on slick or slippery road
surfaces .
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Sport mode cannot be switched on if the
cruise control system* or adaptive cruise con-
tro l* is switched on.
Brakes
New brake pads
New brake pads do not achieve their full braki ng
effec t during the first 2SO mi (400 km) . They
must be "broken in" first.
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