2004 Mercedes CL-Class Owner's Manual - Page 293

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 come on during the bulb self-check when Possible cause The yellow ABS malfunction in- The ABS has detected a malfunction and dicator lamp comes on while has switched off. The BAS and the ESP are driving. also switched off (see messages in display). The brake system is still functioning normally but without the ABS available. the ignition is turned on, have it checked and replaced if necessary. Problem Suggested solution Continue driving with added caution. Wheels may lock during hard braking, reducing steering capability. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. - If the ABS control unit is malfunctioning, other systems such as Parktronic*, Distron- Failure to follow these instructions increasic*, and the automatic transmission may es the risk of an accident. also be malfunctioning. The charging voltage has fallen below 10 volts and the ABS has switched off. When the voltage is above this value again, the ABS is operational again. If necessary, have the generator and battery checked. 292