The following instructions must be observed if vehicle damage is to be avoided
when driving through water (e.g. flooded roads).
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Therefore, always determine the depth of the water before driving through
water. The water level must not go above the web of the lower beam
» Fig. 114.
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Drive at no more than walking pace, otherwise a wave may form in front of
the vehicle, which could cause the water to enter into the vehicle’s systems
(e.g. the air intake system for the engine).
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Never stop in the water, do not reverse and do not switch the engine off.
CAUTION
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If water gets into the vehicle’s systems (e.g. the air intake system for the en-
gine) it can cause serious damage to the vehicle!
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Oncoming vehicles can generate water waves which can exceed the permis-
sible water level for your vehicle.
■
Do not drive through salt water, as the salt can cause corrosion. A vehicle
coming into contact with salt water is to be thoroughly rinsed with fresh wa-
ter.
Assist systems
General information
Introduction
WARNING
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The assistance systems only serve to support the driver and do not re-
lieve the driver of the responsibility for driving the vehicle.
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The increased safety provision, as well as the increased occupant protec-
tion provided by the assistance systems must not tempt you to take risks -
risk of accident!
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Adjust the speed and driving style to the current visibility, weather, road
and traffic conditions.
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The assistance systems have physical and system-related limitations. For
this reason, the driver may experience some undesired or delayed system
responses in certain situations. You should therefore always be alert and
ready to intervene!
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Only enable, disable or set the assistance systems so that you have the
car fully under control in every traffic situation - risk of accident!
Braking and stabilisation systems
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Stability Control (ESC) 97
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) 97
Engine drag torque control (MSR) 97
Traction control (TCS) 97
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL) 98
Brake Assist (HBA) 98
Hill Start Assist (HHC) 98
Multi collision brake (MCB) 98
Trailer stabilization system (TSA) 98
The brake and stabilization systems are automatically activated each time the
ignition is switched on, unless otherwise indicated.
The error display is in Chapter » page 29, Warning lights.
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