What does ESP mean on the dashboard of a Mercedes?
Electronic Stability Program
It can happen to anyone, you’re driving in Blue Ash in difficult road conditions and a light comes on on your Mercedes-Benz dashboard that says “ESP®,” or Electronic Stability Program.
When does the ESP light flash on the dashboard?
When you are driving through slippery surfaces, the ESP light will turn on and flash on your dashboard when it’s working. If the light is constant, you have a problem associated with your Electronic Stability Program. You can differentiate the light by the presence of two skid marks with a car on top.
What to do if your ESP light is always on?
If the light is always on, the ESP is either off or has detected a problem. ESP light stay on constantly if the “ESP Off” button was pressed. To turn it off: Press the ESP button on the dash of your Mercedes-Benz and hold it for 5 seconds.
What to do if the ESP button does not shut off?
If the ESP button did not shut off the ESP light, then the next thing to do is to check the fuses. Look under the hood and on the side of the dashboard and you will find two fuse boxes. In there you should have a fuse chart.
What does the ESP warning light on a car mean?
ESP has a dedicated dashboard warning light, which is a yellow car with two skid marks beneath it, as pictured above. This warning light will flash if the car is at the edge of grip and the system activates, which is particularly likely if you drive on a slippery surface.
When you are driving through slippery surfaces, the ESP light will turn on and flash on your dashboard when it’s working. If the light is constant, you have a problem associated with your Electronic Stability Program. You can differentiate the light by the presence of two skid marks with a car on top.
How can I Turn Off my ESP Bas light?
Take these steps to turn your ESP BAS light off: Pull the codes from your car’s main computer using a code scanner See what is causing your ESP BAS light to turn on Arrange to have the necessary repairs made to your car to shut the light off Generally speaking, you should be able to turn an ESP BAS light off within an hour or two.
Is there a button to turn off esp on a car?
Many cars have a button that allows you to partially or completely turn off the standard electronic safety systems.
How do I Turn Off the ESP light on my Mercedes?
ESP light stay on constantly if the “ESP Off” button was pressed. To turn it off: Press the ESP button on the dash of your Mercedes-Benz and hold it for 5 seconds. This will reset the light.