Mercedes-Benz 2009 SLK-Class Automobile User Manual


 
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display
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Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution
ESP ESP Unavailable
See Operator’s
Manual
The brake system still functions normally
but due to insufficient power supply the
ESP
®
is unavailable.
The BAS may not be operational.
X
Continue driving with added caution.
When the voltage is above the required value
again, the ESP
®
is operational again and the mes-
sage in the multifunction display should disap-
pear.
If the message in the multifunction display does
not disappear:
X
Have the alternator and the battery checked.
X
Have the system checked at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
ESP ESP Unavailable
See Operator’s
Manual
The ESP
®
is temporarily not available.
The self-diagnosis might not be com-
pleted yet.
The BAS may not be operational.
The brake system is still functioning nor-
mally but without the systems specified
above available.
X
Drive a short distance with added caution at a
vehicle speed of above 12 mph (20 km/h).
When the message disappears, the ESP
®
is
available again.
If the message does not disappear:
X
Continue driving with added caution.
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