esp is the traction system esp stands for E electronic S stabaility P program
electronic stability control
Most likely cause would be the stop lamp switch, located on the brake pedal. Do you know the code? If the code is C1200 then it IS the stop lamp switch. Just remove the underdash panel and you can see and replace the switch.
If you have a 1997 Mercedes Benz e420 but you are unable to turn off the esp button, it could be having a transmission fluid problem.
The ESP malfunction, on a Mercedes Benz E3 50, can only be fixed by changing the computer motherboard. The computer motherboard should only be changed by a certified mechanic.
It means your break pedal switch is stuck is open position. remove the under dash plastic panel and release it with your hand and your car is good to go.
The system resets every time you shut the key off. the lamp stays on til the fault is repaired
Electronic Stability Program AKA Traction control - you can manually switch on and off the traction control with the switch. Bascially when the ESP senses a wheel loosing grip, it cuts power until it stops - you will see a yellow light flash on the dashboard. You should see the same light come on and stay on when you switch off the ESP.
Where is the brake switch in Mercedes Benz E320, 1999 located? How do I replace it?
the esp is allways on u can turn it off by pressing the button esp if theres no button its in the cluster setting check the manual on how to reset the service light its in the same menu
where is the lateral acceleration sensor located
Probably the speed wheel sensor needs to be reset