Mercedes-Benz 2008 C-Class Operator's Manual page 390

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Display Possible cause/consequence
ABS and ESP ABS and ESP
Currently Unavailable BAS and the hill start assist are also switched off. It
See Operator's Manual is possible that the self-diagnostics have not yet
been completed.
The brake system still functions normally.
The ABS and ESP
sufficient power supply. The charging voltage has
fallen below 10 volts. BAS and the hill start assist are
also deactivated.
The brake system still functions normally but without
the ABS and ESP
ABS and ESP ABS and ESP
Inoperative BAS and the hill start assist are also switched off.
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The brake system still functions normally but without
the ABS and ESP
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are not available due to a malfunction.
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were deactivated because of in-
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available.
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are switched off due to a malfunction.
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available.
Possible solution
Drive a short distance with gentle turns above a
speed of 12 mph (20 km/h).
The message disappears when ABS and ESP
are again available.
When the voltage is above this value again, the ABS
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and ESP are operational again and the message in
the multifunction display should disappear.
If the message in the multifunction display does not
disappear:
Have the generator (alternator) and the battery
checked.
Continue driving with added caution. Wheels
may lock during hard braking, reducing steering
capability.
Have the system checked at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
Failure to follow these instructions increases the
risk of an accident.
Practical hints
What to do if ...?
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