Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 2009 Owners Manual - Manual (Page 258)

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display
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Text messages
Safety systems
Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution
ABS ABS, ESP Inopera-
tive
See Oper. Manual.
The electro-hydraulic brake system is still
functioning normally but due to a malfunc-
tion, 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 steer-
ing 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.
ABS ABS, ESP Unavaila-
ble
See Oper. Manual
The self-diagnosis may not be completed
yet. The display will clear after driving a short distance
at a vehicle speed of above 12 mph (20 km/h).
ABS ABS, ESP Unavaila-
ble
See Oper. Manual
The electro-hydraulic brake system is still
functioning normally but due to a malfunc-
tion, 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 steer-
ing 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