Mercedes-Benz G-Class Operator's Manual page 192

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.
ABS (anti-lock braking system) is malfunctioning.
If there is an additional warning tone, the EBD (electronic brake force distribution)
is malfunctioning.
Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also malfunction.
The brake system continues to function normally, but without the functions listed
above. The front and rear wheels could therefore lock if you brake hard, for exam-
ple.
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.
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X
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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.
! N The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running.
ABS is temporarily unavailable.
Other driving and driving safety systems may also be unavailable.
Possible causes are:
R
R
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 a risk of an accident.
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If the warning lamp is still on:
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X
X
G
WARNING
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is not operational, ESP
Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display.
Drive on carefully.
Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
Self-diagnosis is not yet complete.
The on-board voltage may be insufficient.
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WARNING
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is not operational, ESP
Carefully drive on a suitable stretch of road, making gentle steering movements
at speeds of above 12 mph (20 km/h).
The functions mentioned above are available again when the warning lamp goes
out.
Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display.
Drive on carefully.
Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
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is unable to stabilize the vehicle.
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is unable to stabilize the vehicle.