Mercedes-Benz S 450 4MATIC Operator's Manual page 636

Problem
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The yellow ESP warning lamp
comes on while the engine is
running.
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The red seat belt telltale comes
on for a maximum of 6 seconds
after starting the engine.
Possible cause/consequence
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The ESP is deactivated.
Risk of accident!
Adapt your speed and driving to the prevail-
ing road, weather, and traffic conditions.
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ESP is switched off due to a malfunction.
Risk of accident!
Adapt your speed and driving to the prevail-
ing road, weather, and traffic conditions.
The seat belt telltale reminds you and your
passengers to fasten your seat belts before
driving off.
Practical hints
What to do if ...?
Suggested solution
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Switch the ESP back on ( page 76).
Exceptions: ( page 74).
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If the ESP cannot be switched back on:
Have the system checked at an autho-
rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.
Continue driving with added caution.
Read and observe messages in the mul-
tifunction display ( page 642).
Have the system checked at an autho-
rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.
Fasten your seat belts.
Regardless of whether the seat belts are
fastened or not, the seat belt telltale al-
ways comes on and remains lit for
6 seconds after starting the engine.
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