Important safety notes
WARNING
Grains of sand, particles of dirt and other
abrasive materials can enter the brake system. This can lead to excessive wear
and
unpredictable braking efficiency.
After the brakes have been exposed to dirty
conditions, have them checked and cleaned
at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Otherwise, there is a risk that braking power
may be insufficient in the event of an
emergency, or that the braking effect may be
unpredictable.
WARNING
Do not load items on the crossbars. It may
cause instability during some maneuvers
which could result in an accident.
Drive slowly in unknown terrain. This will
make it easier to recognize unexpected
obstacles and avoid damage to the vehicle.
To help avoid the vehicle rolling over, never
turn it around on steep inclines. If the vehicle
cannot complete the attempted climb, back it
down in reverse gear.
Do not drive along the side of a slope. The
vehicle might otherwise rollover. If in doing so
the vehicle begins to show a tendency to roll,
immediately steer into a line of gravity
(straight up or downhill).
Never let the vehicle roll backwards in idle.
You may lose control of the vehicle if you use
only the service brake. For information on
driving downhill, see "Driving downhill".
WARNING
Please be aware that by raising the vehicle
level, the center of gravity also rises.
Therefore, always ensure that the vehicle
level is as low as possible. With higher ride
height the ESP® may activate earlier in certain
situations.
WARNING
Do not reduce the tire inflation pressure
before driving through sand. However, if you
do so, remember to correct the tire inflation
pressure before continuing your trip. Driving
with reduced tire inflation pressure increases the risk of losing control of the
vehicle and
rolling over.
See also:
Applying/releasing manually
– To apply: press handle 1.
The red (USA only) or
(Canada
only) indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster lights up.
The electric parking brake can also be
applied when the SmartKey is ...
Hiding a service message
► Press the R reset button on the
instrument cluster. ...
Seat belts
Display messages
After starting the
engine, the red seat
belt warning lamp lights
up for six seconds.
Possible causes/consequences and ►
Solutions
The seat belt warning lamp reminds the ...