Warning Lamp - SMART FORTWO Owner's Manual

Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster
Problem
!
The yellow ABS warn-
ing lamp is lit while
the engine is running.
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The yellow esp warn-
ing lamp is on when
you are driving.
In addition, the \
door warning lamp and
other warning lamps,
e.g. h, light up.
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The yellow esp warn-
ing lamp flashes while
the vehicle is in
motion.
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
ABS is malfunctioning. This means that esp
and hill start assist, for example, are also unavailable.
Further driving systems could be switched off automatically.
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WARNING
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 sit-
uation can increase.
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If esp is not operational, esp
vehicle.
The danger of skidding and having an accident increases.
X
Drive on carefully.
X
Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
If the ABS control unit is faulty, there is also a possibility that
other systems may be unavailable.
The central vehicle electronics system is malfunctioning.
After the engine is switched off:
do not lock/unlock the doors using the remote control func-
R
tion of the key.
you can no longer start the engine
R
X
Vehicles with a colour display: observe the additional dis-
play messages.
X
Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible,
paying attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not con-
tinue driving under any circumstances.
X
Secure the vehicle against rolling away (
X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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esp or traction control has intervened because there is a risk
of skidding or at least one wheel has started to spin.
Cruise control is automatically deactivated.
X
Only depress the accelerator pedal 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 con-
ditions.
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, crosswind assist
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is unable to stabilise the
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