Mercedes-Benz 2003 E-Class - Manual (Page 288)

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Practical hints
What to do if …
What to do if …
Lamps in instrument cluster General information:
If a bulb in the instrument cluster fails to
light up during the bulb self-check when turning the SmartKey in the starter switch
to position 2, have it checked and replaced
if necessary.
Problem Possible cause Suggested solution
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The yellow ESP warning lamp
lights up while driving. The ESP is deactivated. Risk of accident!
Adapt your speed and driving to the prevail-
ing road conditions. ̈ Turn the ESP back on ( ୴ page 77).
If the ESP cannot be turned back on, have
the system checked at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possi-
ble.
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The yellow ESP warning lamp
flashes while driving. The ESP or traction control has come into op-
eration because of detected traction loss in
at least one tire. Distronic* is deactivated.
DISTRONIC* is switched off.
̈ When driving off, apply as little throt-
tle as possible.
̈ While driving, ease up on the acceler-
ator.
̈ Adapt your speed and driving to the
prevailing road and weather condi-
tions.
̈ Do not deactivate the ESP.
Exceptions: (
୴ page 77).
Failure to follow these instructions in-
creases the risk of accidents.