GF42.47-P-0001RF Adaptive brake (ABR), function 02.04.

2019

Model 205 (except 205.012/013/047/053/054/147/212/213/247/253), 253 (except 253.311/354/911/954/99)

P42.47-2138-79

Except AMG vehicles

A1 Instrument cluster N49 Steering wheel angle sensor

A1e6 Brake fluid indicator lamp and parking brake (except code N62 Parking system control unit (model 205 with code 235
464 (digital instrument cluster full display)) (Parking Pilot with PARKTRONIC) or code P44 (Parking
Package) or code P47 (Parking Pilot with 360° camera),
model 253 with code 235 (Parking Pilot with
PARKTRONIC))
A1e17 Anti-lock braking system indicator lamp (except code 464 N68 Electrical power steering control unit
(digital instrument cluster full display))
A1e32 ESP® warning lamp/ASR OFF (except code 464 (digital N69/1 Left front door control unit
instrument cluster full display))
A1e41 Electronic Stability Program warning lamp (except code N69/2 Right front door control unit
464 (digital instrument cluster full display))
A1e51 Brake system warning lamp (except code 464 (digital N73 Electronic ignition switch control unit
instrument cluster full display))
A7/3 Traction system hydraulic unit N80 Steering column module control unit
A26/17 Head unit N127 Drivetrain control unit
A40/8 Audio/COMAND display S9/1 Stop lamp switch
A40/9 Audio/COMAND control panel (except code 446 S11 Brake fluid level switch
(Touchpad only))
A80 Intelligent servo module for DIRECT SELECT S70 Off-road operating panel (model 253 with code 430 (Off-
(transmission 722) road package))
A91m1 Electric power steering actuator motor S70s1 On/Off-road menu button (model 253 with code 430 (Off-
road package))
A105 Touchpad (with code 446 (Touchpad only)) S70s2 Downhill Speed Regulation button (model 253 with code
430 (Off-road package))
B64/1 Brake vacuum sensor S76/15 Electric parking brake switch
L6/1 Left front axle rpm sensor Y3/8n4 Fully integrated transmission control unit (transmission
722, 725)
L6/2 Right front axle rpm sensor CAN A Telematics CAN
L6/3 Left rear axle rpm sensor CAN B Interior CAN
L6/4 Right rear axle rpm sensor CAN C Engine CAN
N2/10 Supplemental restraint system control unit CAN C1 Drive train CAN
N3/9 CDI control unit (diesel engine) CAN H Vehicle dynamics CAN
N3/10 ME-SFI [ME] control unit (gasoline engine) CAN HMI User interface CAN
N10/6 Front SAM control unit CAN PER Peripherals CAN
N10/8 Rear SAM control unit Flex E Chassis FlexRay
N28/1 Trailer recognition control unit (with code 550 (Trailer LVDS Low voltage differential signal
hitch))
N30/4 Electronic Stability Program control unit

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A1 Instrument cluster N68 Electrical power steering control unit

A1e6 Brake fluid indicator lamp and parking brake (except N69/1 Left front door control unit
code 464 (digital instrument cluster full display))
A1e17 Anti-lock braking system indicator lamp (except code N69/2 Right front door control unit
464 (digital instrument cluster full display))
A1e32 ESP® warning lamp/ASR OFF (except code 464 (digital N72/4 Left lower control panel
instrument cluster full display))
A1e41 Electronic Stability Program warning lamp (except code N72/4s14 AMG ESP Sport OFF button
464 (digital instrument cluster full display))
A1e51 Brake system warning lamp (except code 464 (digital N73 Electronic ignition switch control unit
instrument cluster full display))
A7/3 Traction system hydraulic unit N80 Steering column module control unit
A26/17 Head unit N127 Drivetrain control unit
A40/9 Audio/COMAND control panel (model 205 except code N128 Electric parking brake control unit
446 (Touchpad only), model 253)
A80 Intelligent servo module for DIRECT SELECT S9/1 Stop lamp switch
(transmission 722)
A91m1 Electric power steering actuator motor S11 Brake fluid level switch
A105 Touchpad (model 205 with code 446 (Touchpad only)) S76/15 Electric parking brake switch (engine 177 up to model
year 2019)
B64/1 Brake vacuum sensor Y3/8n4 Fully integrated transmission control control unit
L6/1 Left front axle rpm sensor CAN A Telematics CAN
L6/2 Right front axle rpm sensor CAN B Interior CAN
L6/3 Left rear axle rpm sensor CAN C Engine CAN
L6/4 Right rear axle rpm sensor CAN C1 Drive train CAN
N2/10 Supplemental restraint system control unit CAN H Vehicle dynamics CAN
N3/10 ME-SFI [ME] control unit CAN HMI User interface CAN
N10/6 Front SAM control unit CAN PER Peripherals CAN
N10/8 Rear SAM control unit Flex E Chassis FlexRay
N28/1 Trailer recognition control unit (with code 550 (Trailer LIN A3 LCP LIN
hitch))
N30/4 Electronic Stability Program control unit A Engine 177 up to model year 2019
N49 Steering wheel angle sensor B Engine 177 as of model year 2019, engine 276
N62 Parking system control unit (model 205 with code 235
(Parking Pilot with PARKTRONIC) or code P44 (Parking
Package) or code P47 (Parking Pilot with 360° camera),
model 253 with code 235 (Parking Pilot with
PARKTRONIC))

Model 205 (except 205.012/013/047/053/054/147/212/213/247/253),

253 (except 253.311/354/911/954/99)
with code 464 (Instrument cluster 12.3" diagonal)
The indicator and warning lamps are shown as pictograms in the display.

Function requirements in general Electronic brake force distribution (EBD)

Engine running or drive train operational Exhaust-gas test, dynamometer test mode

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 The CDI control unit or the ME-SFI [ME] control unit sends the "Engine Torque Vectoring Brake
running" or "Drive train operational" signal over the drive train CAN, Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
powertrain control unit and the suspension FlexRay to the Electronic Acceleration skid control (ASR), electronic traction system
Stability Program control unit. Brake Assist System (BAS)
ADAPTIVE BRAKE, general Brake Assist System PLUS (BAS PLUS) (with CODE 23P (Driving
ADAPTIVE BRAKE assists the driver in dangerous situations which occur assistance package))
suddenly, and thus enhances active safety. Hill Start Assist
To implement the ADAPTIVE BRAKE function, the Electronic Stability Downhill Speed Regulation (DSR) (model 253 with code 430
Program control unit evaluates the following variables: (Offroad package))
Wheel speeds Off-road program (model 253 with code 430 (Off-road package))
The wheel speeds are detected by the rpm sensors. The Electronic Flashing adaptive brake lights
Stability Program control unit directly reads in the signals from the rpm Dry braking
sensors. Precharging, depending on accelerator pedal actuation
Vehicle speed Precharging, depending on lateral acceleration
The Electronic Stability Program control unit calculates the vehicle HOLD function
speed from the wheel speeds. Switching ESP® to passive (except AMG vehicles)
Steering wheel angle Switching ESP® to passive (AMG vehicles)
The steering angle is recorded by the steering wheel angle sensor. ESP® trailer stabilization (with CODE 550 (Trailer hitch))
The steering column tube module control unit reads in the signals from PRE-SAFE® system (with code 299 (PRE-SAFE® system))
the steering wheel angle sensor directly and sends the steering wheel
Standstill control (SSC)
angle via suspension FlexRay to the Electronic Stability Program
control unit. Steer Assist
Yaw rate, lateral acceleration Crosswind Assist
An acceleration sensor is integrated in the supplemental restraint System fault display
system control unit which records the data on the vehicle's natural Fail boost
dynamics. The supplemental restraint system control unit sends this
information via the vehicle dynamics CAN to the Electronic Stability
Program control unit.
Status of brake pedal
The status of the brake pedal is detected by the brake lights switch.
The Electronic Stability Program control unit reads in the signals from
the brake lights switch directly.
Brake pressure
The brake pressure is detected by the Electronic Stability Program
control unit.
Engine torque
The CDI control unit or the ME-SFI [ME] control unit sends information
about the currently available engine torque via drive train CAN,
powertrain control unit and suspension FlexRay to the Electronic
Stability Program control unit.
Engaged gear range (transmission 722, 725)
The fully integrated transmission control unit sends information about
the engaged gear range via drive train CAN, powertrain control unit
and suspension FlexRay to the Electronic Stability Program control
unit.
Toothed rack position
The electrical power steering control unit sends the toothed rack
position via chassis FlexRay to the Electronic Stability Program control
unit.
Parking brake
Up to model year 2019 except engine 177, as of model year 2019:
The Electronic Stability Program control unit directly reads in the
status of the electric parking brake switch.
Up to model year 2019 with engine 177:
The electric parking brake control unit reads in the status of the
electric parking brake switch directly and sends this over the
periphery CAN, electronic ignition lock control unit and chassis
FlexRay to the Electronic Stability Program control unit.
ADAPTIVE BRAKE is available in 2 variants:
Basic ADAPTIVE BRAKE (except code 23P (Driving Assistance
Package))
Premium ADAPTIVE BRAKE system (with code 23P (Driving
Assistance Package))
There are no differences between the variants with respect to the
functions described below.
ADAPTIVE BRAKE comprises the following functions:
Electronic Stability Program (ESP®)

ESP® Intervention in the case of oversteer

ESP® prevents the vehicle from breaking away when oversteering or Intervention in the case of understeer
understeering. It ensures that the vehicle does not deviate from the course Intervention in the case of oversteer
specified by the driver (within physical limits). Brake forces are produced If the vehicle begins to oversteer, brake pressure is built up at the outer
selectively at the individual wheels for this. Furthermore, the engine torque front wheel. The resulting reduction in lateral force at the outer front wheel
is reduced to increase the driving stability. generates a yawing moment which counteracts the tendency of the
The Electronic Stability Program control unit evaluates the following vehicle to rotate inward. The vehicle speed decreases as a result of the
variables to determine the vehicle behavior: brake force at the front wheel, which also enhances stability.
Yaw velocity Intervention in the case of understeer
Steering wheel angle If the vehicle understeers, the maximum possible lateral force at the front
Brake pressure axle has been exceeded. In other words, the vehicle pushes via the front
Engine torque axle to the outer edge of the curve.
Transmission stage (transmission 722, 725) The resulting instability is counteracted by means of a reduction in drive
Lateral acceleration torque and the following brake interventions at up to 3 wheels:
Wheel speed Brake pressure buildup at inside rear wheel (stage 1)
Differentiation is made between the following intervention types: Stage 1 and in addition brake pressure buildup at outside rear wheel
(stage 2)
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 Stage 2 and in addition brake pressure buildup at inside front wheel
(stage 3)
Depending on the brake force a torque arises that leads to the vehicle
turning in with a simultaneous speed reduction, leading to a considerable
stabilizing effect. The ESP® control unit sends the Reduce engine torque
request to the CDI control unit or the ME-SFI [ME] control unit via the
suspension FlexRay, powertrain control unit and engine CAN. The CDI
control unit or the ME-SFI [ME] control unit reduces the engine power
accordingly. A pending shift operation (transmission 722, 725) is
suppressed during the control intervention function. To do so, the ESP®
control unit sends the corresponding request to the fully integrated
transmission control unit via the suspension FlexRay, powertrain control
unit and drive CAN. The latter control unit suppresses the shift operation.

EBD The yaw rate, the lateral acceleration and the steer angle of the front
The EBD [EBV] function provides assistance when the driver applies wheels (calculated from the steering wheel angle) can be used to
medium force to the brake pedal. EBD [EBV] prevents overbraking of the determine the lateral forces on the wheels. The longitudinal forces on the
rear axle and increases vehicle stability when braking in a curve by wheels are calculated using the engine torque, the transmission stage
reducing the pressure at the rear wheel on the inside of the curve or (transmission 722, 725) and the brake pressure at each wheel.
increasing it at the front wheel on the outside of the curve as required. The If the measured yaw rate does not match the specified value or if the
side-slip angle (angle between vehicle longitudinal axis and direction of determined side-slip angle is too large, the ESP® control unit generates a
movement of the vehicle's center of gravity) is determined using the yaw build up or a reduction in brake pressure at the relevant wheel. The
rate (speed of vehicle rotation about vertical axis). resulting forces stabilize the vehicle.

Exhaust-gas test, dynamometer test mode The Electronic Stability Program warning lamp and the antilock brake
For vehicle test purposes, the ADAPTIVE BRAKE system can be set to system indicator lamp in the instrument cluster light up. Additionally, a
the exhaust-gas test, roller test mode if the workshop menu is activated corresponding message is shown in the instrument cluster. The Electronic
via the instrument cluster and the engine is then started. Stability Program control unit sends the corresponding requests over the
The instrument cluster sends the "dynamometer mode" status via the user chassis FlexRay, electronic ignition lock control unit and the user interface
interface CAN, electronic ignition lock control unit, and suspension CAN to the instrument cluster.
FlexRay to the Electronic Stability Program control unit. ESP®, ABS and The exhaust-gas test, roller dynamometer mode can also be activated
ASR are switched to passive. using the diagnostic device.

Torque Vectoring Brake

Torque Vectoring Brake is the active influence of the yaw angle or the yaw
acceleration on the rear axle through interventions by the brake system.
When cornering, a short intervention by the brake system on the rear
wheel on the inside of the curve causes the vehicle to rotate to a certain
extent. The vehicle can be steered more precisely and easily and there is
a noticeable improvement in the responsiveness and driving safety.
Torque Vectoring Brake enables stable cornering without any noticeable
loss in accelerating power while driving in the sporty driving mode.

ABS
The ABS prevents the wheels from blocking when braking and as a result
maintains the steerability and driving stability during vehicle deceleration.
If the Electronic Stability Program control unit detects a locking wheel on
the basis of the signals from the rpm sensors, it reduces the brake
pressure at the corresponding wheel until the wheel begins to turn again.

ASR, electronic traction system A check is continuously performed of whether the drive torque specified by
The ASR and electronic traction system functions prevent the drive wheels the driver can be permitted again, e.g. due to an improvement in road
from spinning when in driving mode. In addition, they result in improved surface adhesion.
driving stability with an increased traction potential over the entire vehicle
speed range. The Electronic Stability Program control unit detects the
spinning of the drive wheels using the signals of the rpm sensors. If a
drive wheel spins, its drive torque is reduced. Targeted interventions by
the brake system at the spinning wheel transfer the drive torque to the
opposite wheel. If necessary, the engine torque is reduced. For this
purpose, the Electronic Stability Program control unit sends the request to
reduce drive torque via suspension FlexRay, the powertrain control unit,
and the engine CAN to the CDI control unit or ME-SFI control unit. The
CDI control unit or the ME-SFI [ME] control unit reduces the engine power
accordingly.

BAS
The BAS function detects emergency braking situations based on rapid
actuation of the brake pedal and increases the brake pressure if
necessary in order to achieve maximum deceleration. To do so, the
Electronic Stability Program control unit evaluates the increase in pressure
in the brake system and initiates an emergency stop if a certain activation
threshold is exceeded.

BAS PLUS (with CODE 23P (Driving assistance package))

The BAS PLUS function increases the brake pressure depending on the
speed of the brake pedal actuation and the distance of the vehicle driving
in front.

Hill Start Assist Driver terminates the start-off operation by fully releasing the
The Hill-Start Assist prevents the vehicle from rolling back when driving off accelerator pedal
when the driver switches from the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal. Gear change between forward/reverse gear

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 The function is triggered automatically when the Electronic Stability Gear change to "N" (transmission 722, 725)
Program control unit detects an uphill or downhill gradient when the Electric parking brake active
vehicle is at a standstill which would cause the vehicle to roll back. The Vehicle in skidding movement
Electronic Stability Program control unit reads in the signal from the brake In the following situations, the Hill-Start Assist is non-functional:
light switch directly and in this way detects the status of the brake pedal. Starting off on a level road or on a downhill gradient
The brake pressure applied by the driver is maintained in the brake Transmission in position "N" (transmission 722, 725)
system by the traction system hydraulic unit. Electric parking brake active
Following release of the brake pedal and detection of a start-off request, ESP® defective
reduction of the brake pressure is controlled by means of the torque
Vehicle in skidding movement
balancing system. It takes into consideration the incline output torque, the
total braking torque and the available drive torque. When the start-off
torque is high enough, the Hill-Start Assist is deactivated and the vehicle
starts off without rolling in the undesired direction of travel.
If the driver does not operate the brake pedal, the pressure in the brake
system is reduced after 1 s.
Up to model year 2019:
The CDI control unit or the ME-SFI [ME] control unit sends information
about the accelerator pedal position via drive train CAN, powertrain control
unit and chassis FlexRay to the Electronic Stability Program control unit.
As of model year 2019:
The powertrain control unit sends information on the accelerator pedal
position over the chassis FlexRay to the Electronic Stability Program
control unit.
In the following situations, the Hill-Start Assist is immediately interrupted:
The engine is switched off, unless it is switched off by the ECO start/
stop function

DSR (model 253 with code 430 (Off-road package)) If the driver accelerates the vehicle by pressing the accelerator pedal
DSR provides additional reliability in steep terrain. Via the corresponding while the function is active, the downhill speed regulation switches to
menu in the instrument cluster, the set speed relevant for the DSR passive mode.
function can be set in the range between 4 and 18 km/h in increments of If the vehicle speed when the accelerator pedal is not operated is
1 km/h. The system is activated using the Downhill Speed Regulation below 30 km/h, it is actively regulated again to the configured set speed.
button in the off-road operating panel. If the driver accelerates the vehicle when the function is active over a
Activation is indicated by an LED in the Downhill Speed Regulation button. speed of 30 km/h, the speed regulation is automatically switched off when
The status of the Downhill Speed Regulation button is directly read in by driving downhill and the LED in the Downhill Speed Regulation button
the Audio/COMAND control panel. The Audio/COMAND control panel goes out. A message also appears on the instrument cluster and a
sends this via the telematics CAN, head unit, user interface CAN, warning tone is emitted. The Electronic Stability Program control unit
electronic ignition lock control unit, and suspension FlexRay to the sends the request to actuate the LED via chassis FlexRay, electronic
Electronic Stability Program control unit. ignition lock control unit, user interface CAN, head unit and telematics
The Electronic Stability Program control unit regulates the required speed CAN to the Audio/COMAND control panel. The Audio/COMAND control
setting using interventions by the brake system. The speed setting can be panel directly actuates the LED in the Downhill Speed Regulation button.
changed during the active speed regulation while driving downhill. If the speed regulation for downhill driving is switched off manually via the
Downhill Speed Regulation button, similarly, a message appears on the
instrument cluster. A warning tone does not sound in this case.

Off-road program (model 253 with code 430 (Off-road package)) Driving in mountainous terrain
Activate Off-road program Handling characteristics designed particularly for steep terrain.
The off-road programs are activated using the On/Off-road menu button in The DSR is automatically activated.
the off-road control panel. The Offroad menu is shown in the audio/ Trailer (with code 550 (Trailer hitch))
COMAND display. Optimized handling characteristics when driving with a trailer.
The status of the On/offroad menu button is directly read in by the Audio/ The ESP® control is not changed.
COMAND control panel. The Audio/COMAND control panel sends this via Rocking vehicle free
the telematics CAN, head unit, user interface CAN, electronic ignition lock Particularly good cross-country handling characteristics, e.g. for stuck
control unit, and suspension FlexRay to the Electronic Stability Program vehicle.
control unit. OFF
The head unit sends a switch-on request over the telematics CAN to the
Switch off the off-road program.
audio/COMAND display and sends the processed picture data over the
Adapt threshold values
low voltage differential signaling line to the audio/COMAND display.
For active off-road programs on a rough route (e.g. gravel surface), longer
The following off-road program can be selected:
blocking phases of the ABS are permitted to reduce the braking distance.
Slippery conditions
Loose ground supports the braking effect by allowing material to build up
Optimized handling characteristics on slippery or snow-covered roads. in front of the front wheels.
The drive control thresholds are lowered. When ASR regulates, the ground is assumed to have a low friction value.
The engine torque control is given a more sensitive setting. The ASR regulation thresholds are adapted according to the tire
The ESP® is active for straight-ahead driving and cornering. characteristics to improve traction.
OFF-ROAD
Optimized handling characteristics for light terrain.
A complete traction control takes place.

Additional function requirements for adaptive brake lights, flashing ABS controls both front wheels.
Vehicle speed above 50 km/h Flashing adaptive brake lights
Deceleration 7.5 m/s2 In the event of emergency braking, the ESP® control unit sends a
BAS activated corresponding signal to the rear SAM control unit via the suspension
FlexRay, electronic ignition lock control unit and interior CAN.
The rear SAM control unit then actuates for the duration of the signal (for
at least 1 s) all the brake lights on the vehicle at a flasher frequency of
5 Hz. If the vehicle comes to a standstill from a speed in excess of 70 km/
h (not urban traffic), the brake lights are permanently actuated again. In
addition, the automatic hazard warning flasher function is activated. If the
vehicle then exceeds a speed of 10 km/h, the hazard warning system is
automatically switched off again.

Additional function requirements - dry braking The front SAM control unit sends the status of the windshield wiper
No brake intervention by a driver assistance system system via interior CAN, electronic ignition lock control unit and chassis
Speed over 30 km/h FlexRay to the Electronic Stability Program control unit.
Windshield wiper system switched on Dry braking
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 The dry braking function enhances the performance of the brakes on the
front axle in wet driving conditions. Cyclical application of the brake pads
for a brief period (approx. 0.5 s) at a brake pressure of 1 bar, ejects the
water film from the brake disk. This improves the response time of the
brake.

Precharging, depending on accelerator pedal actuation Emergency braking is detected on the basis of the release gradient of the
Upon detection of a possible emergency braking situation, the brake pads accelerator pedal. If a rapid release of the accelerator pedal is detected,
are brought into contact with the brake disks. The clearance between the the system assumes that the driver intends to brake. The function is
brake lining and brake disk is thus compensated before the driver activated and a brake pressure of 2 to 3 bar is requested.
operates the brake. The response time of the brake is improved and a To adapt the calculated activation threshold of the release gradient to
shorter braking distance is achieved. the driver behavior, a learning algorithm is implemented, which places the
driver in the "normal driver" or "hectic driver" category based on the
average rate at which the accelerator pedal released.

Precharging, depending on lateral acceleration

During dynamic cornering, the brake linings are brought into contact with
the front axle brake disks. This closes the air gap between the brake pad
and brake disk in order to achieve the required braking power at the
corresponding wheel as quickly as possible in the event of ESP®
intervention by the brake system.

HOLD function The standstill control (SSC) is not switched off.

The HOLD function assists the driver during waiting times in traffic or The vehicle is not sliding.
when starting off on a hill. The HOLD function is activated by quickly If the driver releases the brake pedal, an incline-dependent hold pressure
pressing down hard on the actuated brake pedal after coming to a is set and maintained until the driver quickly depresses the brake pedal
standstill. again or drives off. The brake pressure reduction when starting off is
Successful activation of the HOLD function is indicated in a status line in performed by the standstill control (SSC) to match the respective situation.
the instrument cluster. The HOLD function is automatically switched off under the following
The HOLD function can be activated under the following conditions: conditions:
The vehicle is stationary. The accelerator pedal is operated (except in position "N").
The seat belt is inserted or when the driver door is closed. The selector lever is in position "P" (transmission 722, 725).
The selector lever is not in position "P" (transmission 722, 725). The brake pedal is depressed again at a certain pressure until the
The engine is running or it has been switched off by the ECO start/stop "HOLD" status line disappears in the instrument cluster.
function. The electric parking brake is applied.
DISTRONIC PLUS is not active (with premium ADAPTIVE BRAKE DISTRONIC PLUS is activated.
(with code 23P (Driving Assistance Package))). The brake pedal is operated and the vehicle slides.
The electric parking brake is not applied or it is not in the process of
being applied.

Switching ESP® to passive (except AMG vehicles) The instrument cluster sends the corresponding request over the user
The ESP® function can be switched to passive mode using the interface CAN, electronic ignition lock control unit and the chassis FlexRay
"Assistance" menu and the "ESP®" submenu in the instrument cluster to the Electronic Stability Program control unit. If the ESP® function is
when in driving mode. switched to passive, the Electronic Stability Program warning lamp comes
on in the instrument cluster. The control thresholds are raised when the
ESP® is in passive mode. ABS cannot be deactivated. ESP® is always
active during a brake application.

Switching ESP® to passive (AMG vehicles) ESP® operates with reduced intervention intensity and adapted control
The ESP® can be operated in 3 different operating modes. By pressing thresholds. The Electronic Stability Program warning lamp in the
the ESP AMG ESP Sport Off button, it is possible to switch between these instrument cluster is always on and flashes during ESP® control. The
operating modes. To switch between ESP® ON and ESP® Sport, press message "ESP® SPORT" appears in the instrument cluster.
the AMG ESP Sport Off button only briefly. To switch off the ESP®, press ESP® OFF
and hold the AMG ESP Sport Off button for more than 2.5 s. The left lower The ABS is configured for maximum deceleration. Ride comfort is of
control panel directly reads in the status of the AMG ESP Sport Off button secondary importance. The ASR operates without engine torque control.
and sends this via the LCP-LIN, Audio/COMAND control panel or Only the single-sided brake system interventions to improve traction are
touchpad, telematics CAN, head unit, user interface CAN, electronic active. ESP® is completely deactivated, no engine torque or brake
ignition lock control unit, and suspension FlexRay to the Electronic interventions whatsoever are made.
Stability Program control unit. The Electronic Stability Program warning lamp and the ESP®/ASR OFF
ESP® ON warning lamp in the instrument cluster remain permanently lit. The
The ABS, ASR and the ESP® operate as with the series production message "ESP® OFF" appears in the instrument cluster.
vehicle with adapted regulation thresholds. The Electronic Stability All PRE-SAFE® functions are deactivated in ESP® OFF mode.
Program warning lamp and the ESP®/ASR OFF warning lamp in the The ESP® is switched on with every engine start irrespective of whether
instrument cluster are off, and the Electronic Stability Program warning ESP® was switched off before shutting off the engine.
lamp flashes on and off during ESP® control.
ESP® Sport
The ABS operates as on series production vehicles with adapted control
thresholds. When engine torque control is active, ASR operates with
significantly reduced intervention strength and adjusted single-sided brake
system interventions to improve traction.

Additional function requirements for ESP® trailer stabilization (with ESP® trailer stabilization (with CODE 550 (Trailer hitch))
code 550 (Trailer hitch)) The ESP® trailer stabilization detects a rocking motion in the tractor/trailer
Trailer detected combination based on the yawing vibrations caused in the tractor vehicle
The trailer recognition control unit sends the Trailer detected status via by the trailer. The acceleration sensor in the Supplemental Restraint
interior CAN, electronic ignition lock control unit and chassis FlexRay to System control unit records these yawing vibrations. The Supplemental
the Electronic Stability Program control unit. Restraint System control unit sends information on the proper motion of
the vehicle via the vehicle dynamics CAN to the Electronic Stability
Program control unit.
The ESP® trailer stabilization engages more sensitively if a trailer
hitch is installed at the factory. Stabilization is ensured through standard
intervention for retrofitted trailer hitches.

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 The ESP® trailer stabilization stabilizes the tractor/trailer combination by
means of brake pressure requests on alternating sides of the front axle
and, if necessary, slows down the tractor/trailer combination by reducing
engine torque and by building up brake pressure at all wheels. Active
vehicle/trailer stabilization does not change the critical speed.

PRE-SAFE® system (with code 299 (PRE-SAFE® system)) Pronounced oversteer (breaking away of rear area of vehicle in
The PRE-SAFE® system is activated in critical driving conditions, i.e. in a combination with major ESP® control intervention functions)
potential accident situation. The objective is to create the most favorable Severe understeer (the vehicle pushes powerfully for a longer time
conditions possible for the vehicle occupants during an expected accident, over the front wheels)
by activating the functions before the actual impact. Rapid steering movements at higher speeds which suggest a shock
The PRE-SAFE® system is integrated into the Electronic Stability reaction of the driver and can lead to vehicle instabilities
Program control unit. If the Electronic Stability Program control unit
detects one of the following situations, the PRE-SAFE® system is
activated:
Panic post-braking (the driver's wish for deceleration is greater than
physically possible)

SSC SSC deactivation

The SSC monitors the braking driver assistance systems DISTRONIC Deactivation of SSC is communicated internally in the Electronic Stability
PLUS (with premium ADAPTIVE BRAKE (with code 23P (Driving Program control unit and externally via the suspension FlexRay. Activation
Assistance Package))) and HOLD function below a speed of 3 km/h until of the driver assistance systems is no longer possible. Securing of the
the vehicle comes to a safe standstill. Within this vehicle speed range, the vehicle is additionally requested immediately if the SSC is deactivated and
SSC is responsible for the transfer to a safe state when a securing event a driver assistance system is active.
occurs. Securing the vehicle
When the vehicle is at a safe standstill, the rolling monitoring function of The vehicle is secured by the comfort securing system of the electronic
the SSC is requested by the driver assistance systems. If vehicle rolling is parking brake, which is prompted to lock by the SSC. After the Electronic
detected, the brake pressure is increased until the vehicle is stationary Stability Program control unit (up to model year 2019 except engine 177,
again. On vehicles with Premium ADAPTIVE BRAKE (with code 23P as of model year 2019) or the electric parking brake control unit (up to
(Driving Assistance Package)) a leakage compensation function is also model year 2019 with engine 177) implements the close request, the
active throughout the safe standstill condition. If the brake pressure vehicle is secured. The existing brake pressure at the wheels is reduced
measured by means of the circuit pressure sensors drops relative to the and the SSC becomes inactive.
specified pressure request of the SSC, the specified pressure of the SSC If the close request is not implemented by the electronic parking brake
is restored by means of an active brake pressure buildup. within a defined time or the electronic parking brake signals a system fault
Securing the vehicle by means of the SSC is necessary if the following to the SSC, the electronic parking brake is detected as being defective
events occur: and the safety strategy becomes active.
Driver is detected as absent (the driver door is open and the driver belt Safety strategy, engage request "P" or Emergency-P path (transmission
buckle is not fastened) 722, 725)
Engine is switched off, unless it is switched off by the ECO start/stop The safety strategy is implemented by the intelligent servo module for
function DIRECT SELECT (transmission 722) or the fully integrated transmission
Undervoltage and overvoltage (except undervoltage during a hot start) control unit (transmission 725). The Electronic Stability Program control
Due to a request from a driver assistance system for securing the unit sends a request to engage drive range "P" via suspension FlexRay,
vehicle (e.g. DISTRONIC PLUS) powertrain control unit, and drive CAN to the intelligent servo module for
ESP® and FlexRay faults that result in temporary deactivation DIRECT SELECT or the fully integrated transmission control unit. The
SSC monitoring events that result in temporary or permanent vehicle is secured after gear range "P" is engaged and following feedback
deactivation to the Electronic Stability Program control unit. The existing brake
After a defined hydraulic holding period of 10 minutes pressure at the wheels is reduced and the SSC becomes inactive.
The driver is considered absent if the driver door is open and the driver If the intelligent servo module for DIRECT SELECT or the fully integrated
seat belt is not fastened. The supplemental restraint system control unit transmission control unit does not signal within a defined period that gear
sends the status of the seat belt via vehicle dynamics CAN to the range "P" has been engaged, the Emergency-P function of the electronic
Electronic Stability Program control unit. The left front door control unit ignition lock control unit forcibly engages gear range "P". For this purpose,
sends the status of the left front door (open or closed) via interior CAN, the electronic ignition lock control unit also receives the request to engage
electronic ignition lock control unit and chassis FlexRay to the Electronic drive range "P" from the Electronic Stability Program control unit via
Stability Program control unit. suspension FlexRay. The electronic ignition lock control unit then, itself,
sends a request to engage drive range "P" via suspension FlexRay,
Door contact plausibility check
powertrain control unit, and drive CAN to the intelligent servo module for
The plausibility check is used to detect a fault in the signal path. If, as the DIRECT SELECT or the fully integrated transmission control unit. If the
result of an electrical or mechanical fault, "Driver door closed" is wrongly electronic ignition lock control unit does not receive any feedback within a
detected although the driver door is open, this is detected by the door
specific period of time, the Emergency-P path is energized by the
contact plausibility check and a corresponding fault is stored in the electronic ignition lock control unit after power disconnect, and gear range
Electronic Stability Program control unit. "P" is then forcibly engaged by means of a spring mechanism.
Safety strategy (vehicles with transmission 716)
The safety strategy on vehicles with manual transmission is subdivided
into 3 stages:
Stage 1
In the event of incorrect operation or a system error, the warning
message "Brake Immediately!" is displayed on the instrument cluster.
Stage 2
The 2nd stage additionally warns the driver by means of an acoustic
signal (beep).
Stage 3
This beeping becomes louder in stage 3.
The beeping is stopped immediately as soon as the driver deactivates the
active driver assistance system.

Steer Assist Driver support through countersteering for a vehicle with oversteer
Steer Assist is intended to help the driver achieve the optimal steering Driver support for braking on varying road surfaces
characteristics in critical situations. Steering assistance is provided with The current vehicle status is sensed by the Electronic Stability Program
the aid of the electric power steering control unit and Electronic Stability control unit. If necessary, the Electronic Stability Program control unit
Program control unit. sends the request for steering assist via suspension FlexRay to the
The following functions are performed here: electric power steering control unit. The electrical power steering control
unit then actuates the electric power steering actuator motor accordingly.

Additional function requirements for Crosswind Assist The Electronic Stability Program control unit uses the following signals to
Vehicle speed 80 to 220 km/h determine a wind interference (e.g. wind gusts) which is reacted to with a
Straight-ahead driving or slight cornering one-sided brake intervention:

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Crosswind Assist Vehicle speed
The Crosswind Assist function assists the driver in the event of strong Yaw rate, lateral acceleration
crosswinds and minimizes the vehicle's yaw response and the track offset Steering wheel angle
through course-correcting brake interventions. Toothed rack position

System fault display ESP®/ASR OFF warning lamp

The driver is informed about the system status and about faults by the Messages in the instrument cluster
following displays: If the Electronic Stability Program control unit fails, basic braking without
Antilock brake system indicator lamp ABS is always available.
Brake fluid and parking brake indicator lamp The Electronic Stability Program control unit reads in the signals from
Electronic Stability Program warning lamp the brake vacuum sensor directly.
Brake system warning lamp The status of the brake fluid level switch is read in by the front SAM
control unit and sent over the interior CAN, electronic ignition lock control
unit and the user interface CAN to the instrument cluster.
Model 205, 253 with code 235 (Parking Pilot with PARKTRONIC),
Model 205, 253 with code P44 (Parking Package) or code P47 (Parking
Pilot with 360° camera)
During semi-automatic parking and driving out of a parking space, the
Electronic Stability Program control unit receives information about the
remaining distance to the defined obstacle from the parking system control
unit via the suspension FlexRay. The Electronic Stability Program control
unit calculates the required braking torque and actuates the traction
system hydraulic unit accordingly upon reaching the maneuvering points
or the target parking position. The vehicle is braked.

Fail boost The pneumatic brake booster failure is detected by the brake vacuum
The fail boost function ensures brake boosting. It is activated if the sensor, which is integrated into the pneumatic brake booster. The
pneumatic brake booster cannot adequately support driver braking Electronic Stability Program control unit reads in the signals from the
because of a system error in the vacuum supply. brake vacuum sensor directly.
The fail boost function performs hydraulic brake boosting using a suitable
boost factor and for this purpose actuates the corresponding components
in the traction system hydraulic unit.

Electrical function schematic for ADAPTIVE PE42.47-P-2050-97FBA

BRAKE
Overview of system components, Adaptive GF42.47-P-9997RF
Brake (ABR)

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