Problem
Possible causes/consequences and
X
Solutions
!
The yellow ABS
indicator lamp
comes on while
the engine is
running.
The brake system is still functioning normally but temporarily the
ABS, the BAS, the BAS PLUS, the ESC, the hill-start assist system,
the HOLD function, the Adaptive Brake Lights, the PRE-SAFE
®
system, and the PRE-SAFE
®
Brake are unavailable.
The self-diagnosis has not been completed yet.
The indicator lamp will go out after driving a short distance at a
vehicle speed of above 12 mph (20 km/h).
If the ABS indicator lamp does not go out:
X
Continue driving with added caution. Wheels may lock during
hard braking, reducing steering capability.
X
Adjust driving to be consistent with reduced braking
responsiveness.
X
Read and observe messages that may appear in the
multifunction display (
Y
page 414).
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.
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!
The yellow ESC warning
lamp, the yellow ESC
OFF warning lamp, and
the yellow ABS
indicator lamp come on
while the engine is
running and an
acoustic warning
sounds.
The Electronic Brake Proportioning (EBP) switched off due to a
malfunction.
The ABS, the BAS, the BAS PLUS, the ESC, the hill-start assist
system, the HOLD function, the Adaptive Brake Lights, the
PRE-SAFE
®
system, and the PRE-SAFE
®
Brake are also switched
off.
The brake system is still functioning normally but without the
systems specified above available.
X
Continue driving with added caution. Wheels may lock during
hard braking, reducing steering capability.
X
Adjust driving to be consistent with reduced braking
responsiveness.
X
Read and observe messages that may appear in the
multifunction display (
Y
page 414).
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.
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