Mercedes-Benz R-Class 2008 Owners Manual - Manual (Page 420)

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Practical hints
What to do if …
Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution
v
The yellow ESP ® warning lamp
comes on while the engine is
running.
The ESP ® has been switched off with the
ESP ® switch or has switched off due to a
malfunction.
Risk of accident!
Adapt your speed and driving to the prevail-
ing road, weather, and traffic conditions.
̈ Switch the ESP ® back on ( ୴ page 105).
Exceptions: ( ୴ page 104)
If the ESP ® cannot be switched back on:
̈ Continue driving with added caution.
̈ Observe additional messages in the
multifunction display that may appear.
̈ Have the system checked at an autho-
rized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck
Center as soon as possible.
v The yellow ESP ® warning lamp
flashes while driving.
The ESP ® or the Electronic Traction System
has come into operation because of de-
tected traction loss of 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 104)
Failure to follow these instructions
increases the risk of an accident.