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Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster
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Warning/
indicator
lamp
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N N Signal type
Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions
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N The yellow ESP
warning lamp flashes while the vehicle is in motion.
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ESP
or traction control has intervened due to a risk of skidding or because at least
one wheel has started to spin.
Cruise control or DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated.
Depress the accelerator pedal only as far as necessary when pulling away.
X
Accelerate more gently while the vehicle is in motion.
X
Adapt your driving style to suit the road and weather conditions.
X
Do not deactivate ESP
X
In rare cases, it may be better to deactivate ESP
when snow chains are used
R
in deep snow
R
on sand or gravel
R
Observe the important safety notes on ESP
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N The yellow ESP
warning lamp is on while the engine is running.
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ESP
is malfunctioning.
Other driving and driving safety systems may also be malfunctioning.
G
WARNING
The brake system continues to function normally, but without the functions listed
above.
The braking distance may thus increase in an emergency braking situation.
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If ESP
is not operational, ESP
Increased risk of skidding and/or accident!
Observe the additional display messages on the multifunction display.
X
Drive on carefully.
X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
X
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is unable to stabilise the vehicle.
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in the following situations:
(
page 72).
Y
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