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The brake and stabilization systems are automatically activated each time the
ignition is switched on, unless otherwise indicated.
WARNING
The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must be
observed » page 109, in section Introduction.
Stability Control (ESC)
Read and observe
on page 110 first.
The ESC improves vehicle stability in dynamic driving situations, such as when
the vehicle starts to skid.
The ESC monitors whether the desired direction of the current vehicle motion
is occurring. In case of any deviation (e.g. over-steer), the ESC automatically
brakes individual wheels to maintain the desired direction.
During an intervention of the system, the warning light
flashes in the instru-
ment cluster.
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Read and observe
on page 110 first.
ABS prevents the wheels from locking when braking. Thereby, it helps the
driver to maintain control of the vehicle.
The intervention of the ABS is noticeable from the pulsating movements of
the brake pedal which is accompanied by noises.
When the ABS system is active, do not brake periodically or reduce the pres-
sure on the brake pedal.
Traction control (TCS)
Fig. 122
System button: Activating/deac-
tivating TCS
Read and observe on page 110 first.
TCS prevents the spinning of the wheels of the driven axle. TCS reduces the
drive power transmitted to the wheels in the case of slipping wheels. Thereby,
for example, driving on road surfaces with low grip is made easier.
During a TCS intervention, the indicator light
flashes in the instrument clus-
ter.
Activating/deactivating TCS
The activation or deactivation of TCS can be done, depending on equipment, in
one of the following ways.
▶
Infotainment » Owner´s Manual Infotainment, chapter CAR - vehicle set-
tings.
▶
By briefly pressing the symbol key
» Fig. 122.
The warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster when the TCS is deacti-
vated
.
The TCS should normally always be enabled. The system should be deactivated
only in the following situations, for example.
▶
When driving with snow chains.
▶
When driving in deep snow or on a very loose surface.
▶
When “rocking a car free” when it has become stuck.
110
Driving
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