2010 Mercedes ML-Class Owner's Manual - Page 304

302 What to do if ... Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Practical hints d The yellow ESP® The ESP® or the ETS/4-ETS has come into operation because of warning lamp detected traction loss in at least one tire. flashes while The cruise control is deactivated. driving. 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 64). Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident. At least one wheel is spinning and the Electronic Traction System (ETS/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 Electronic Traction System (ETS/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 M Solutions · The red distance You are too close to the vehicle in front of you to maintain selected warning lamp speed. comes on while X Apply the brakes immediately to increase the following driving. distance. · The red distance You are gaining too rapidly on the vehicle ahead of you or the warning lamp distance warning system has recognized a stationary obstacle on comes on while your probable line of travel. driving and an X Apply the brakes immediately. acoustic X Carefully observe the traffic situation. You may need to brake warning sounds. or maneuver to avoid hitting an obstacle.