Practical hints:lamps in instrument cluster, What to do if – Mercedes-Benz 2003 C 240 4MATIC User Manual
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Practical hints
What to do if …
What to do if …
Lamps in instrument cluster
General information:
If a bulb in the instrument cluster fails to
light up during the bulb self-check when
turning the SmartKey in the starter switch
to position 2, have it checked and replaced
if necessary.
Problem
Possible cause
Suggested solution
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The yellow ESP warning lamp
lights up while driving.
The ESP is deactivated. Risk of accident!
Adapt your speed and driving to the prevail-
ing road conditions.
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Turn the ESP back on (
If the ESP cannot be turned back on, have
the system checked at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possi-
ble.
v
The yellow ESP warning lamp
flashes while driving.
The ESP or traction control has come into op-
eration because of detected traction loss in
at least one tire.
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When driving off apply as little throttle
as possible.
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While driving ease up on the accelera-
tor.
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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: (
Failure to follow these instructions in-
creases the risk of accidents.
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