Mercedes-Benz SLK Operator's Manual page 250

Warning and indicator lamps
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Problem
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The yellow ESP
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ESP OFF warning
lamps are lit while the
engine is running.
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The yellow ESP
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ESP OFF warning
lamps are lit while the
engine is running.
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
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ESP , BAS, BAS PLUS, PRE-SAFE
function and hill start assist are not available due to a malfunction.
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and
ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated.
G WARNING
The brake system continues to function normally, but without the
functions listed above.
The braking distance in an emergency braking situation can thus
increase.
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If ESP is not operational, ESP
There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident.
Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction
X
display.
Drive on carefully.
X
Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
X
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ESP , BAS, PRE-SAFE
temporarily unavailable.
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and
BAS PLUS and PRE-SAFE
ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated.
Self-diagnosis is not yet complete.
G
WARNING
The brake system continues to function normally, but without the
functions listed above.
The braking distance in an emergency braking situation can thus
increase.
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If ESP is not operational, ESP
There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident.
Carefully drive a suitable distance, making slight steering
X
movements at a speed above 12 mph (20 km/h).
The functions mentioned above are available again when the
warning lamp goes out.
If the warning lamp is still on:
Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction
X
display.
Drive on carefully.
X
Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
X
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, PRE-SAFE
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is unable to stabilize the vehicle.
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, the HOLD function and hill start assist are
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Brake may also have failed.
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is unable to stabilize the vehicle.
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Brake, the HOLD