Mercedes-Benz C-Class Operator's Manual page 226

Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster
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Warning/
N Signal type
indicator
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
lamp
N The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running.
!
PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles: the yellow ABS warning lamp is shown in the READY
driving status.
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) is deactivated due to a malfunction. Therefore
BAS (Brake Assist), BAS PLUS, COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS, ESP
(Electronic Stability Program), Crosswind Assist, PRE SAFE
PLUS, PRE SAFE
Active Lane Keeping Assist and Active Blind Spot Assist are also deactivated.
ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated.
G
The brake system continues to function normally, but without the functions
listed above. The wheels could therefore lock if you brake hard, for example.
The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely affected. The
braking distance in an emergency braking situation can increase.
If ESP
There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident.
Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display.
X
Drive on carefully.
X
Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
X
If the ABS control unit is faulty, there is also a possibility that other systems,
such as the navigation system or the automatic transmission, will not be
available.
®
Brake, HOLD function, hill start assist, STEER CONTROL,
WARNING
® is not operational, ESP ® is unable to stabilize the vehicle.
®
® , PRE SAFE ®