Mercedes-Benz 2003 C 240 4MATIC - Manual (Page 248)

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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
v 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.
v 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. ̈ When driving off apply as little throttle
as possible.
̈ While driving ease up on the accelera-
tor.
̈ 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.
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