Mercedes-Benz 2004 ML 500 User Manual
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Practical hints
What to do if …
Problem
Possible cause
Suggested solution
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The yellow 4-ETS/ESP warning
lamp comes on steady while
driving.
The ESP is deactivated.
Risk of accident!
Adapt your speed and driving to the prevail-
ing road and weather conditions.
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Switch the ESP back on (
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page 82).
If the ESP cannot be switched back on,
have the system checked at an autho-
rized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center
as soon as possible.
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The yellow 4-ETS/ESP warning
lamp flashes while driving.
The ESP or 4-ETS has come into operation
because of detected traction loss in at least
one tire.
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During take-off, apply as little throttle
as possible.
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While driving, ease up on the accele-
rator.
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Adapt your speed and driving to the
prevailing road and weather condi-
tions.
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Do not deactivate the ESP.
Exceptions: (
୴
page 81).
Failure to follow these instructions in-
creases the risk of accidents.