Mercedes-Benz 2008 C-Class Operator's Manual page 381

Practical hints
What to do if ...?
Problem
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The yellow ESP warning
lamp flashes while driving.
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The yellow fuel tank re-
serve warning lamp in the
fuel gauge comes on while
driving.
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The red seat belt telltale
comes on for a maximum
of 6 seconds after starting
the engine.
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Possible cause/consequence
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The ESP or traction system has come
into operation because of detected trac-
tion loss in at least one tire.
The cruise control is deactivated.
The fuel level has gone below the reserve
mark.
The seat belt telltale reminds you and your
passengers to fasten your seat belts be-
fore driving off.
Suggested solution
When driving off, apply as little throttle as pos-
sible.
While driving, ease up on the accelerator.
Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing
road, weather and traffic conditions.
Do not deactivate the ESP
Exceptions: ( page 63).
Failure to follow these instructions increases the
risk of an accident.
Refuel at the next gas station ( page 322).
Fasten your seat belts.
Regardless of whether the seat belts are fas-
tened or not, the seat belt telltale always
comes on and remains lit for 6 seconds after
starting the engine.
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