What to do if ESP warning light stays on?
The owners manual says that if the ESP light comes on, to turn the engine off and restart. Then if light stays on to go to dealer for check. So they expect that in some cases light will go away after just one restart. In our case it went away on second restart after letting car sit.
What does the ESP light mean on a car?
The ESP can also inform the car’s engine to reduce power if your car is steering dangerously. This will then influence the power that is being supplied to individual wheels. This comes in handy when, for example, you keep revving the car on the icy ground, but there is no traction on the wheels.
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.
Why is my Mercedes Benz ESP light not working?
Low Battery Voltage – If you have an old Mercedes-Benz battery which is not supplying the needed voltage you can cause ESP malfunctions and a variety of other problems such as ABS and ETS warnings. This is tricky because the battery may start the car just fine, but it doesn’t maintain the requried voltage while the car is running.
What does the ESP Bas light mean on a car?
The ESP BAS light is a warning light that indicates that there is a problem with your Electronic Stability Program and/or your Brake Assist Program. These systems are vital to the safety of your vehicle. Fixing them should be a top priority.
Is it dangerous to drive with a faulty ESP light?
It is extremely dangerous to drive a car with a faulty ESP because you will have limited control of the car when driving on slippery or icy roads. The wheel sensors send information to the ABS and this will help you to steer the car during bad weather.
When does ESP come on in a car?
It can also be triggered if you go around the corner too fast and the car begins to slide or the tires to loose traction. ESP is an awesome feature that you don’t even find in that many cars even today. It’s a complicated system that requires an additional control unit and input from several sensor.
Where is the ESP warning light on a smart car?
It is on left side of speedo at bottom below the 0 km/hr mark. A yellow triangle with an exclamation mark!Looked it up and manual says it is ESP light. It says that it might go away if the car is stopped and restarted.