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Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions
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The yellow ESP
®
warning
lamp flashes while driving.
The ESP
®
or Electronic Traction
System (4-ETS) has come into
operation because of detected
traction loss in at least one tire.
The cruise control and the
Distronic system are 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 79).
Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident.
Driving systems
Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions
l The red distance warning
lamp comes on while
driving.
You are too close to the vehicle in
front of you to maintain selected
speed.
X
Apply the brakes immediately to increase the following distance.
l The red distance warning
lamp comes on while
driving and you hear a
warning sound.
You are gaining too rapidly on the
vehicle ahead of you or the
distance warning system has
recognized a stationary obstacle
on your probable line of travel.
X
Apply the brakes immediately.
X
Carefully observe the traffic situation. You may need to brake or
maneuver to avoid hitting an obstacle.
Practical hints
Z