Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Off-road ESP® - ESP® (Electronic Stability Program) - Driving safety systems - Safety - Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Owner's ManualMercedes-Benz GL-Class: Off-road ESP®

An ESP® system specifically suited to off-road terrain is activated automatically if the offroad drive program is activatedor if the LOW RANGE off-road gear is selected. It intervenes with a delay if there is oversteering or understeering, thus improving traction.

    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 ...

    ESP® trailer stabilization
    If your vehicle with trailer (vehicle/trailer combination) begins to lurch, you can only stabilize the vehicle/trailer combination by depressing the brake firmly. In this situation, ESP® assist ...

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    Engaging the differential locks
    Pull away slowly when the differential locks are activated. Function or performance tests may only be performed on a 2-axle dynamometer. If you wish to operate the vehicle on such a dynamomet ...

    If a Tire Goes Flat
    It is unusual for a tire to blow out while driving, especially if the tires are maintained properly. See Tires  . If air goes out of a tire, it is much more likely to leak out slowly. But if th ...

    Exterior Lamp Controls
    The exterior lamps control is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. It controls the following systems: Headlamps Taillamps Parking Lamps License Plate Lamps ...