Mercedes-Benz 2005 SLK-Class Operator's Manual page 352

Practical hints
What to do if ...
Display message
ESP
malfunction
Visit workshop
unavailable
See Operator's Manual
352
Possible cause
The ESP was deactivated because of a
malfunction.
The ABS might not be operational.
The brake system is still functioning
normally but without the ESP avail-
able.
The self-diagnosis has not been com-
pleted.
The brake system is still functioning
normally but without the ESP avail-
able.
The charging voltage has fallen below
ten volts. The ESP has switched off.
The brake system is still functioning
normally but without the ESP avail-
able.
Possible solution
Continue driving with added caution.
Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
as soon as possible.
Failure to follow these instructions increases
the risk of an accident.
The display will clear after driving a short dis-
tance at more than 12 mph (20 km/h).
Continue driving with added caution.
When the voltage is above this value again,
the ESP is operational again.
If necessary, have the generator and bat-
tery checked.