What does the BAS ESP warning light mean?
And in this particular case, it means that there is an issue with either your car’s electronic stability program or your car’s brake assist program. In some cases, you might have a serious problem on your hands, while in others, you might be able to make an ESP BAS light go away with very little effort on your part.
Why won’t my Mercedes come out of park?
If the shifter on your Mercedes-Benz will not move out of park, the first thing your should check is the battery. Once you confirm the battery is fully charged the two most common problems are a defective brake light switch or a shifter module is damaged.
Is it safe to drive with the ESP light on?
It is extremely dangerous to drive a car while the ESP traction control warning light is visible on the dashboard, regardless of whether you expect to drive on unstable surfaces or not.
What happens when you put the gearshift in Park?
The transmission parking pawl is yet another safety mechanism that was designed to stop the wheels from rotating when the gearshift is placed in park. A damaged pawl will cause the car to roll forwards or backwards after you place the shifter in park.
What does it mean when your shifter is stuck in Park?
If the brake lights are not working – you’ve found the problem. Either the brake light fuse is blown or the brake light switch is faulty. These are the most common reasons for a shifter being stuck in Park.
What to do if your gear shift gets stuck?
These lights are activated using a switch, and if this switch breaks, your gear shift will get stuck. A brake light switch can be tested by simply pressing and releasing the brake pedal in the presence of a friend or family member who can stand behind the car and observe the brake lights during this test.
What does Bas ESP ABS mean on a Mercedes Benz?
What does BAS ESP ABS light mean on a Mercedes-Benz? Let’s first take a look at what each of these acronyms means. BAS stands for Brake Assist System. It provides additional braking power in case of emergency situations.