2003 Mercedes C-Class Owner's Manual - Page 77

Safety and Security Driving safety systems The switch is located on the center console. If one or more drive wheels are spinning, the ESP warning lamp v in the speedometer flashes, regardless of the speed. Traction control brakes a spinning wheel even when ESP is deactivated. ESP always operates when you are braking, even when it has been deactivated. Warning! When the ESP warning lamp v is illuminated continuously, the ESP is switched off. G ! Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an extended period with the ESP switched off. This may cause serious damage to the drive train which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions and to the non-operating status of the ESP. Switching on the ESP Press lower half 2 of the ESP switch until the ESP warning lamp v in the speedometer goes out. You are now again in normal driving mode. 1 ESP off 2 ESP on Press upper half 1 of the ESP switch until the ESP warning lamp v in the speedometer lights up. ESP is deactivated. 77