SL-Class (R231) 2013 on: Discussion on the SL550

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Old Sep 14, 2020 | 11:22 AM
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Then there's something wrong. I would revert to stock and take it to the dealer for diagnostics.
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Old Sep 14, 2020 | 11:58 AM
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I agree
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Old Sep 15, 2020 | 11:37 AM
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All the delay is with the "traction control" in the OFF position.
Is there a "stability" control within the vehicle that may be kicking in? The rear tires have a slight bounce upon initial extreme acceleration.

Could this be a stability control activating the anti lock braking system?

YES to answer you inquiries, I do intend to bring it to the mercedes dealership if all else fails.
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If the issue is not happening with ESP engaged, then that's your answer. If I recall correctly, though can not be 100% positive, in non-AMG cars, even when ESP is in "OFF" position, it is never really totally off.
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Old Sep 15, 2020 | 12:23 PM
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You may be correct ThreeMB's, I thought the same thing. That the traction control/ESP while in the OFF position, is never really off completely!

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