Mercedes Benz 2007 sl-class User Manual

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Practical hints
What to do if …
Problem
Possible cause/consequence
Suggested solution
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The yellow ABS/ESP
®
 warning 
lamp flashes while driving.
The ESP
®
, ABS, or traction control has come 
into operation because of detected traction 
loss in at least one tire.
The cruise control and the Distronic* system 
are deactivated.
When driving off, apply as little throt-
tle as possible.
While driving, ease up on the acceler-
ator.
Adapt your speed and driving to the 
prevailing road and weather condi-
tions.
Do not deactivate the ESP
®
.
Exceptions: (
Failure to follow these instructions in-
creases the risk of an accident.