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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 trac-
tion loss in at least one tire.
The cruise control and the Distronic** sys-
tem are deactivated and cannot be
switched on.
왘 When driving off, apply as little throt-
tle as possible.
왘 While driving, ease up on the acceler-
ator.
왘 Adapt your speed and driving to the
prevailing road and weather condi-
tions.
왘 Do not deactivate the ESP
®
.
Exceptions (
컄 page 106).
Failure to follow these instructions in-
creases the risk of an accident.
The yellow fuel tank re-
serve warning lamp
comes on while driving.
The fuel level has dropped below the re-
serve mark.
왘 Refuel at the next gas station
(컄 page 305).