2003 Mercedes S-Class Owner's Manual - Page 290

Practical hints What to do if ...? What to do if ...? Lamps in instrument cluster General information: If a bulb in the instrument cluster fails to light up during the bulb self-check when Possible cause The yellow ESP warning lamp lights up while driving. The ESP is deactivated. Risk of accident! turning the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 2, have it checked and replaced if necessary. Suggested solution Turn the ESP back on ( page 80). Problem v If the ESP cannot be turned back on, have the system checked at an authorized Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailMercedes-Benz Center as soon as possiing road, weather, and traffic conditions. ble. The ESP or traction control has come into operation because of detected traction loss in at least one tire. Distronic* is deactivated. When driving off, apply as little throttle as possible. While driving, ease up on the accelerator. Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road and weather conditions. Do not deactivate the ESP. Exceptions: ( page 80). Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of accidents. v The yellow ESP warning lamp flashes while driving. 290