Mercedes-Benz 2004 CLK 500 User Manual
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Practical hints
What to do if …?
Problem
Possible cause
Suggested solution
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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.
Distronic* is deactivated.
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When driving off, apply as little throt-
tle as possible.
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While driving, ease up on the acceler-
ator.
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Adapt your speed and driving to the
prevailing road and weather condi-
tions.
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Do not deactivate the ESP.
Exceptions: (
୴
page 80).
Failure to follow these instructions in-
creases the risk of accidents.
A
The yellow fuel tank reserve
warning lamp comes on while
driving.
The fuel level has gone below the reserve
mark.
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Refuel at the next gas station
(
୴
page 284).
C
The yellow roll bar warning lamp
comes on or flickers when the
engine is running.
The roll bar system is malfunctioning.
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Release the roll bars manually.
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Have the system checked at an autho-
rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon
as possible.