Mercedes-Benz SLK-CLASS Operator's Manual page 124

Practical hints
What to do if ...
Lamps in instrument cluster
Problem
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The yellow ABS indicator lamp comes on
while driving.
362
General information:
If any of the following lamps in the instru-
ment cluster fails to come on during the
Possible cause/consequence
The ABS has detected a malfunction
and has switched off. The BAS and
®
ESP are also switched off (see mes-
sages in display).
The brake system is still functioning
normally but without the ABS avail-
able.
If the ABS control unit is malfunction-
ing, other systems such as the
automatic transmission* may also be
malfunctioning.
The charging voltage has fallen below
10 volts and the ABS has switched
off.
The battery might not be charged suf-
ficiently.
bulb self-check when switching on ignition
( page 36), have the respective bulb
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
multifunction display ( page 368).
Have the system checked at an autho-
rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon
as possible.
Failure to follow these instructions in-
creases the risk of an accident.
Switch off electrical consumers that
are currently not needed, e.g. seat
heating*.
If necessary, have the generator and
battery checked.
When the voltage is above this value
again, the ABS is operational again.