Practical hints – Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2009 Owners Manual User Manual
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Problem
Possible cause/consequence
Suggested solutions
v The yellow ESP
®
warning
lamp comes on while the
engine is running.
The ESP
®
is not operational due
to a malfunction.
Risk of accident!
X
Read and observe additional messages that may appear in the
multifunction display.
X
Continue driving with added caution.
X
Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road and weather
conditions.
X
Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
as soon as possible.
v The yellow ESP
®
warning
lamp flashes while driving.
The ESP
®
or Electronic Traction
System (ETS/4-ETS) has come
into operation because of
detected traction loss in at least
one tire.
The cruise control is deactivated.
X
When driving off, apply as little throttle as possible.
X
While driving, ease up on the accelerator pedal.
X
Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road and weather
conditions.
X
Do not deactivate the ESP
®
.
Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident.
Problem
Possible cause/consequence
Suggested solutions
4
The yellow fuel tank
reserve warning lamp
comes on when the engine
is running.
The fuel level has gone below the
reserve mark.
X
Refuel at the next gas station.
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