2009 Mercedes CLS-Class Owner's Manual - Page 298

Practical hints What to do if ... Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions X X X X v The yellow ESP® warning The ESP® or Electronic Traction lamp flashes while driving. System (ETS) 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 throttle as possible. While driving, ease up on the accelerator pedal. Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road and weather conditions. Do not deactivate the ESP®. Exceptions: (Y page 67). Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident. Driving systems Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions X l The red distance warning You are too close to the vehicle in lamp comes on while driv- front of you to maintain selected ing. speed. l The red distance warning lamp comes on while driving and you hear a warning sound. 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. Apply the brakes immediately to increase the following distance. X X Apply the brakes immediately. Carefully observe the traffic situation. You may need to brake or maneuver to avoid hitting an obstacle. 296