Mercedes-Benz SLK Operator's Manual page 240

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display
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Display messages
ESP
ESP
Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions
ESP The brake system still functions normally but due to
Unavailabl
insufficient power supply the ESP
e See
The BAS may not be operational.
Operator's
X
Continue driving with added caution. Wheels may lock
Manual
during hard braking, reducing steering capability.
When the voltage is above the required value again, the
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ESP is operational again and the message in the
multifunction display should disappear.
If the message in the multifunction display does not
disappear:
X
Have the alternator and the battery checked.
X
Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center as soon as possible.
ESP
The ESP
Unavailabl
The self-diagnosis may not be completed yet.
e See
The BAS may not be operational.
Operator's
The brake system is still functioning normally but without the
Manual
systems specified above available.
X
Drive a short distance with added caution at a vehicle speed
of above 12 mph (20 km/h).
When the message disappears, the ESP
If the message does not disappear:
X
Continue driving with added caution. Wheels may lock
during hard braking, reducing steering capability.
X
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.
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is temporarily not available.
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is unavailable.
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is available again.