Operation Manual

Problem
Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions
d
The yellow ESP
®
warning lamp
flashes while
driving.
The ESP
®
or the 4-ETS has come into operation because of
detected traction loss in at least one tire.
The cruise control is 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 65).
Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an
accident.
At least one wheel is spinning and the 4-ETS has switched off to
prevent overheating of the drive wheel brakes.
X
Read and observe additional messages that may appear in the
multifunction display.
As soon as the brakes have cooled off, the 4-ETS switches on
again.
The message in the multifunction display disappears and the
ESP
®
warning lamp d goes out.
Driving systems
Problem
Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions
·
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.
·
The red distance
warning lamp
comes on while
driving and an
acoustic
warning sounds.
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.
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