2005 Mercedes C-Class Owner's Manual - Page 314

Practical hints What to do if ... Display message Possible cause unavailable See Operator's Manual 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. As soon as the brakes have cooled off, the electronic traction system switches on again. ESP The ESP was deactivated because of a malfunction or interrupted power supply. The ABS might not be operational. The brake system is still functioning normally but without the ESP available. If the yellow ESP warning lamp v flashes while driving and this message appears, the electronic traction system has switched off to prevent overheating of the drive wheel brakes. The self-diagnosis has not been completed yet. The brake system is still functioning normally but without the ESP available. The charging voltage has fallen below ten volts. The ESP has switched off. The battery might not be charged sufficiently. The display will clear after driving a short distance at more than 12 mph (20 km/h). Continue driving with added caution. If necessary, have the generator and battery checked. When the voltage is above this value again, the ESP is operational again. 312