2006 Mercedes R-Class Owner's Manual - Page 421

Practical hints What to do if ... Display message Possible cause/consequence unavailable See Operator's Manual Possible solution As soon as the brakes have cooled off, the electronic traction system switches on again. The message in the multifunction display disappears and the ESP® warning lamp v goes out. ESP 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 yet been The display will clear after driving a short completed yet. distance at a vehicle speed of above 12 mph (20 km/h). Malfunction Visit workshop In addition, the yellow ESP® warning lamp v comes on. The ESP® has detected a malfunction and switched off. The ABS may still be operational. Continue driving with added caution. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident. Continue driving with added caution. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident. Display malfunction Visit workshop In addition, the yellow ESP® warning lamp v comes on. The ESP® or the ESP® display is malfunctioning. 420