ESP Malfunction Alarm

[MaxLim]

Hi, I received this ESP malfunction alarm in my 05 Pre FL E350, any buddy had this alarm before? other than C&C, who else can help? Thanks for advising.

[mercc]

Alarm or on board display message?

I had this fault on my c class previously, under warranty so resolved by AD. Very dangerous to drive without ESP, I would strongly urge you to send in the car immediately for checks. If not C&C, check the site sponsors.

Info- ESP stands for Electronic Stability Program. The name says it all - ESP stabilizes

the car. Should your car threaten to go into a spin, the system jumps into action

almost as if an invisible hand took over to put your car back on track safe and sound.

Like the Antilock Braking System (ABS) ESP helps to stabilize a car even in extreme situations.

ESP's secret is an intelligent on-board computer that constantly extends its "feelers" or

sensors. Whenever the danger of a spin is detected, it reacts by selectively braking

the front and/or rear wheels and reducing or increasing engine torque. In a split second,

much faster than a professional race-car driver could react, ESP keeps the E-Class on course.

The Electronic Stability Program provides an additional element of safety in crucial

situations and significantly reduces the danger of skidding in turns

[MaxLim]

Thanks Mercc, it is a board display message. Felt that the RPM was running higher until the display poppoed up.... will check in soon, safety matters.

[MaxLim]

SA said engine control unit faulty...

[MaxLim]

Confirmed, engine control unit faulty, SA said ~ S$7k and up to 7 days as need to import parts from Germany.

Bad News: No car for the Time Being

Good News: Covered by Extended Warranty

Now praying that MRT/Bus don't break down and pleanty of Taxi on road

[mercc]

Hi Max,

That's great news, no $$$ damage is best!

If done by C&C can try asking for courtesy car.

[MaxLim]

Finally collected my car, new ECU from Germany with local touch by C&C.