2010 Mercedes R-Class Owner's Manual - Page 306

251_AKB; 4; 52, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-03-23T09:22:52+01:00 - Seite 304 Version: 2.11.8.1 304 What to do if ... Problem d The yellow warning lamp flashes while driving. ESP® Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions The ESP® or the 4-ETS has come into operation because of detected traction loss in at least one tire. The cruise control is deactivated. X When driving off, apply as little throttle as possible. X While driving, ease up on the accelerator pedal. X Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road and weather conditions. X Do not deactivate the ESP®. Exceptions: (Y page 65). Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident. At least one wheel is spinning and the 4-ETS has switched off to prevent overheating of the drive wheel brakes. X Read and observe additional messages that may appear in the multifunction display. As soon as the brakes have cooled off, the 4-ETS switches on again. The message in the multifunction display disappears and the ESP® warning lamp d goes out. Practical hints Driving systems Problem Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions · The red distance You are too close to the vehicle in front of you to maintain selected warning lamp speed. comes on while X Apply the brakes immediately to increase the following driving. distance. · The red distance You are gaining too rapidly on the vehicle ahead of you or the warning lamp distance warning system has recognized a stationary obstacle on comes on while your probable line of travel. driving and an X Apply the brakes immediately. acoustic X Carefully observe the traffic situation. You may need to brake warning sounds. or maneuver to avoid hitting an obstacle.