Mercedes-Benz 2008 R 320 CDI 4MATIC Operator's Manual page 420

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 has been switched off with the
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ESP switch or has switched off due to a
malfunction.
Risk of accident!
Adapt your speed and driving to the prevail-
ing road, weather, and traffic conditions.
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The ESP or the Electronic Traction System
has come into operation because of de-
tected traction loss of at least one tire.
Practical hints
What to do if ...
Suggested solution
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Switch the ESP back on ( page 105).
Exceptions: ( page 104)
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If the ESP cannot be switched back on:
Continue driving with added caution.
Observe additional messages in the
multifunction display that may appear.
Have the system checked at an autho-
rized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck
Center as soon as possible.
When driving off, apply as little throttle
as possible.
While driving, ease up on the accelera-
tor.
Adapt your speed and driving to the
prevailing road and weather condi-
tions.
Do not deactivate the ESP
Exceptions: ( page 104)
Failure to follow these instructions
increases the risk of an accident.
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