2007 Mercedes C-Class Owner's Manual - Page 328

Practical hints What to do if ... Problem Possible cause/consequence The yellow warn- The has been switched off with the ing lamp comes on while ESP® switch or has been switched off due the engine is running. to a malfunction. Risk of accident! ESP® ESP® Suggested solution Switch the ESP® back on ( page 87). Exceptions: ( page 85). If leaving the ESP® switched off, adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road, weather and traffic conditions. v When the ESP® is switched off it will not stabilize the vehicle if the system recog- If the ESP® cannot be switched on: nizes that the vehicle starts to skid or that Continue driving with added caution. a wheel is spinning. Observer additional messages that may appear in The cruise control is deactivated and canthe multifunction display ( page 335). not be switched on. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. v The yellow ESP® warning lamp flashes while driving. The ESP® or traction control has come into operation because of detected traction loss in at least one tire. The cruise control 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, weather and traffic conditions. Do not deactivate the ESP®. Exceptions: ( page 85). Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident. 327