What To Do If; Lamps In Instrument Cluster - Mercedes-Benz 2005 C 240 Operator's Manual

Practical hints

What to do if ...

Lamps in instrument cluster

Problem
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The yellow ABS malfunction
indicator lamp comes on while
driving.
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General information:
If a bulb in the instrument cluster fails to
come on during the bulb self-check when
Possible cause
The ABS has detected a malfunction and has
switched off. The BAS and the ESP are also
switched off (see messages in display).
The brake system is still functioning normally
but without the ABS available.
If the ABS control unit is malfunctioning,
other systems such as the navigation
system* or the automatic transmission may
also be malfunctioning.
The charging voltage has fallen below ten
volts. The ABS has switched off.
The battery might not be charged sufficiently.
switching on ignition, have it checked and
replaced if necessary.
Suggested solution
Continue driving with added caution.
Wheels may lock during hard braking,
reducing steering capability.
Read and observe messages in the
display ( page 301).
Have the system checked at an autho-
rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon
as possible.
Failure to follow these instructions
increases the risk of an accident.
Switch off electrical consumers that
are currently not needed, e.g. seat
heating*.
If necessary, have the generator
(alternator) and battery checked.
When the voltage is above this value
again, the ABS is operational again.