Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: 4ETS (Electronic Traction System)
Observe the "Important safety notes"
section.
Traction control is part of ESP®.
Traction control brakes the drive wheels individually if they spin. This enables you to pull away and accelerate on slippery surfaces, for example if the road surface is slippery on one side. In addition, more drive torque is transferred to the wheel or wheels with traction.
Traction control remains active if you deactivate ESP®.
► Activate the off-road drive program or engage the LOW RANGE off-road gear if appropriate for the driving conditions.
WARNING
Traction control cannot reduce the risk of an
accident if you drive too fast. Traction control
cannot override the laws of physics.
Off-road 4ETS (Electronic Traction
System)
A 4ETS system specifically suited to off-road terrain is activated automatically if the offroad drive program is activated or the LOW RANGE off-road gear is selected.
Important safety notes
See the "Important safety notes" section.
If ESP® detects that the vehicle is deviating
from the direction desired by the driver, one or more wheels are braked to
stabilize the
vehi ...
Deactivating/activating ESP®
Observe the "Important safety notes"
section.
WARNING
ESP® should not be deactivated during
normal driving other than in the
circumstances described below. Disabling
the ...
See also:
Brake System Messages
SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM
This message displays along with the brake system warning light if there is a
problem with the brake system. See Brake System Warning Light . If this
message appears, sto ...
Folding the rear seats
WARNING
Never allow passengers to ride in the cargo area. In a collision, people riding
in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow anyone
to ride in any a ...
Precautions on cruise control
► If the cruise control system malfunctions,
it will cancel automatically. The
CRUISE indicator light on the meter
panel will then blink to warn the driver.
► If the engine coolant ...