Operation Manual

Drive control systems134
Drive control systems
Electronic Stability Programme
(ESP)
The Electronic Stability Programm e
improves driving stability when necessary,
independently of the type of road surface
and the tyre grip. It also prevents the drive
wheels from spinning.
The system monitors vehicle movements.
As soon as the vehicle starts to swerve
(understeers / oversteers) engine output is
re duced (the sound of the engine cha ng es)
and individual wheels are specifically
braked . This considerably improves the
driving stability of the vehicle on snow and
ice and on wet or slippery road surfaces.
ESP is ready for operation after the ignition
is switched on and the ESP control
indicators 7, A and 2 illuminate then
extinguish after approx. 4 seconds.
When the ESP comes into action, control
indicator 7 flashes in the instrument
cluster. Some noise or vibration may be
apparent.
The vehicle is now in a critical situation;
the ESP helps you to keep control of the
vehicle and reminds you to match your
speed to the road conditions.
Electronic Stability Programm e (ESP) 134
Descent Control System (DCS)........... 136
Cruise control 3 ....... ..... .... ..... .... .... ..... 137
Parking distance sensors 3................ 140
Automatic level control 3 .................. 141
Tyre pressure monitoring system 3 .. 142
9 Wa rnin g
Do not let this special safety feature
tempt you into taking risks when driving.
Traffic safety can only be achieved by
adopting a responsible driving style.