2006 Mercedes SLK-Class Owner's Manual - Page 363

Practical hints What to do if ... Lamps in instrument cluster General information: If any of the following lamps in the instrument cluster fails to come on during the Possible cause/consequence The yellow ABS indicator lamp comes on The ABS has detected a malfunction while driving. and has switched off. The BAS and ESP® are also switched off (see messages in display). The brake system is still functioning normally but without the ABS available. 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 authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Problem - If the ABS control unit is malfunctioning, other systems such as the Failure to follow these instructions inautomatic transmission* may also be creases the risk of an accident. malfunctioning. The charging voltage has fallen below 10 volts and the ABS has switched off. The battery might not be charged sufficiently. 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. 362