2011 Mercedes SL-Class Owner's Manual - Page 230
2011 Mercedes SL-Class Manual
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228 Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display Display messages ABS ABS, ESP Unavailabl e See Oper. Manual Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The electro-hydraulic brake system is still functioning normally but due to a malfunction, the ABS, the BAS, the ESP®, and the hill-start assist system (SL 63 AMG only) are unavailable. X Continue driving with added caution. Wheels may lock during hard braking, reducing steering capability. X Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident. The electro-hydraulic brake system is still functioning normally but due to a malfunction the ESP®, and the hill-start assist system (SL 63 AMG only) are unavailable. The ABS may not be operational. X Continue driving with added caution. Wheels may lock during hard braking, reducing steering capability. X Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident. Practical hints ESP ESP Inoperativ e See Oper. Manual ESP The electro-hydraulic brake system still functions normally ESP Unavailabl but due to insufficient power supply the ESP® and the hille See start assist system (SL 63 AMG only) are unavailable. Oper. X Synchronize the ESP®. With the vehicle stationary, turn the Manual steering wheel completely to the left and then to the right. ! When synchronizing the ESP®, make sure you can turn the steering wheel in both directions as far as it will go without the wheels hitting any objects, e.g. a road curb. If the message in the multifunction display does not disappear: X Continue driving with added caution. Wheels may lock during hard braking, reducing steering capability. X Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident.