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Old 11-10-2009, 03:13 AM
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I have a question: Even though I turn off the ESP, it does not seem like it's off, it still holds the wheels from spinning out. Does anyone know how to fully turn off the traction control on the C300?

(I heard there is a way to access a secret menu that will FULLY disable the traction control)

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ESP is never 100% off with the button, you have to go into the secret menu to disable he ESP.... but your ABS etc. will also go off.

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do it only on the track. =)
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Originally Posted by Petje
ESP is never 100% off with the button, you have to go into the secret menu to disable he ESP.... but your ABS etc. will also go off.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3tLtaMPS46o
Why isn't this in the "secrets" thread?
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Originally Posted by Petje
ESP is never 100% off with the button, you have to go into the secret menu to disable he ESP.... but your ABS etc. will also go off.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3tLtaMPS46o
Thanks a lot!!!!!!!!!!!!
Sick car mods by the way... I don't have any exterior mods on mine, but i was thinking about getting a lip and the c63 spoiler. Thanks again!!
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Yeah, turning the ESP off with the button only prevents the car from controlling the throttle...it will however, still try to control the car through the brakes which is why you are getting that feedback...

wish we could turn it all off without disengaging ABS as well...
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do it only on the track. =)
Yea I know, but the C300 doesn't really have a lot of Horsepower - wish I had the C63 AMG!!
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Yeah, turning the ESP off with the button only prevents the car from controlling the throttle...it will however, still try to control the car through the brakes which is why you are getting that feedback...

wish we could turn it all off without disengaging ABS as well...
Yes I know, it also gets really annoying turning the car off engaging in a menu, then turning it back on. Although you still have to go through the same procedure to deactivate it, so it's really just a big headache. Also C300 doesn't have a lot of hp plus it's a Mercedes, can't treat it that way unless it's the c63 version =]
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Originally Posted by gevorgjaan
Hey!
I have a question: Even though I turn off the ESP, it does not seem like it's off, it still holds the wheels from spinning out. Does anyone know how to fully turn off the traction control on the C300?

(I heard there is a way to access a secret menu that will FULLY disable the traction control)

Thanks a lot!!!
It may be the power of the 300 more so than the traction control system. If I turn the traction control off, I can spin to my hearts content (with a little help from rain or leaves...) The traction control only kicks in if I get the rear end swinging around and not simply in a straight spinning launch.
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It may be the power of the 300 more so than the traction control system. If I turn the traction control off, I can spin to my hearts content (with a little help from rain or leaves...) The traction control only kicks in if I get the rear end swinging around and not simply in a straight spinning launch.
I completely agree! Sometimes I do feel that the hp is not enough. :-)
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I completely agree! Sometimes I do feel that the hp is not enough. :-)
HP is NEVER enough
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HP is NEVER enough
For now, I think c63 or e93 M3 hp is enough for me! :-)
Don't want to kill myself!

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True, but even if you had a C63 or M3 you want MORE POWER....
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True, but even if you had a C63 or M3 you want MORE POWER....
Maybe!!!!! I agree!
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hey there a bit off topic but couldnt find where to post i was woundering in the automatic sports c300 what is the M symbol for by the gear shifter , does it let you limmit in tip tronic - does it make it pull HARDER !
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hey there a bit off topic but couldnt find where to post i was woundering in the automatic sports c300 what is the M symbol for by the gear shifter , does it let you limmit in tip tronic - does it make it pull HARDER !
I think that indicates manual shifting through smaller paddle shifters? Not sure
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Has anyone been able to receive the "no traction" light indicator?

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Has anyone been able to receive the "no traction" light indicator?

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It should light up briefly when first starting the car and then flash if you lose traction.
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