Mercedes-Benz 2007 CLS 550 Operator's Manual page 344

Problem
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The yellow ESP warning lamp
comes on while the engine is
running.
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The yellow ESP warning lamp
flashes while driving.
Possible cause/consequence
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The ESP is deactivated.
Risk of accident!
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When the ESP is switched off it will not sta-
bilize the vehicle if the system recognizes
that the vehicle starts to skid or that a wheel
is spinning.
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The ESP or traction control has come into
operation because of detected traction loss
in at least one tire.
The cruise control or Distronic* is deactivat-
ed.
Practical hints
What to do if ...
Suggested solution
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Switch the ESP back on ( page 98)
Exceptions: ( page 95).
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If the ESP cannot be switched back on,
have the system checked at an autho-
rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.
When driving off, apply as little throt-
tle as possible.
While driving, ease up on the acceler-
ator.
Adapt your speed and driving to the
prevailing road and weather condi-
tions.
Do not deactivate the ESP
Exceptions: ( page 95).
Failure to follow these instructions
increases the risk of accidents.
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