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Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions?The fan motor is faulty.XAt coolant temperatures under 248 ‡ (120 †), drive to the next
qualified specialist workshop.XAvoid subjecting the engine to heavy loads, e.g. driving in
mountainous terrain, and stop-and-go traffic.?
Coolant Low Stop
Vehicle Turn
Engine OffThe coolant is too hot.
A warning tone also sounds.GWARNING
Do not drive when your engine is overheated. This can cause some
fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to
catch fire.
Steam from the overheated engine can also cause serious burns
which can occur just by opening the hood.
There is a risk of injury.
XPull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine,
paying attention to road and traffic conditions.XSecure the vehicle against rolling away ( Y page 289).XLeave the vehicle and keep a safe distance from the vehicle until
the engine has cooled down.XMake sure that the air supply to the engine radiator is not
blocked, e.g. by snow, slush or ice.XDo not start the engine again until the display message goes out
and the coolant temperature is under 248 ‡ (120 †).
Otherwise, the engine could be damaged.XPay attention to the coolant temperature display.XIf the temperature increases again, visit a qualified specialist
workshop immediately.
Under normal operating conditions and with the specified coolant
level, the coolant temperature may rise to 248 ‡ (120 †).
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Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions#The battery is not being charged.
Possible causes are:
R a defective alternator
R a torn poly-V-belt
R a malfunction in the electronicsXPull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine,
paying attention to road and traffic conditions.XOpen the hood.XCheck whether the poly-V-belt is torn.
If the poly-V-belt is torn:
! Do not continue driving. The engine could otherwise overheat.
XConsult a qualified specialist workshop.
If the poly-V-belt is not damaged:
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.4
Check Engine Oil
at Next RefuelingVehicles with an oil dipstick: the oil level has dropped to the
minimum level.XCheck the oil level when next refueling, at the latest
( Y page 421).XIf necessary, add engine oil ( Y page 423).XHave the engine checked at a qualified specialist workshop if
engine oil needs to be added more often than usual.
! Avoid long journeys with too little engine oil. The engine will
otherwise be damaged.
Information on approved engine oils can be obtained from any
qualified specialist workshop or on the Internet at http://
www.mbusa.com (USA only).
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Check Engine Oil
Level (Add 1
quart) (USA only)
Check Engine Oil
Level (Add 1
Liter) (Canada only)Vehicles without an oil dipstick: the engine oil level is too low.XCheck the oil level when next refueling, at the latest
( Y page 421).XIf necessary, add engine oil ( Y page 423).XHave the engine checked at a qualified specialist workshop if
engine oil needs to be added more often than usual.
! Avoid long journeys with too little engine oil. The engine will
otherwise be damaged.
Information on approved engine oils can be obtained from any
qualified specialist workshop or on the Internet at http://
www.mbusa.com (USA only).
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Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions4
Engine Oil Level
Low Stop Vehicle
Turn Engine OffVehicles without an oil dipstick: the engine oil level is too low.
There is a risk of engine damage.XPull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine,
paying attention to road and traffic conditions.XApply the parking brake.XAdd engine oil ( Y page 423) and check the oil level
( Y page 421).4
Engine Oil Level
Too HighVehicles without an oil dipstick: you have added too much engine
oil. There is a risk of damage to the engine or to the catalytic
converter.XHave the excess oil siphoned off at a qualified specialist
workshop. Observe the legal requirements.4
Engine Oil Level
Cannot measure
eng. oil levelVehicles without an oil dipstick: the measuring system is
defective.XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.8
Reserve fuel levelThe fuel level has dropped into the reserve range.XRefuel at the nearest gas station.CThere is only a very small amount of fuel in the fuel tank.XRefuel at the nearest gas station without fail.8
Fuel filler cap
openThe fuel system pressure is too low. The fuel filler cap is not closed
correctly or the fuel system is leaking.XCheck that the fuel filler cap is correctly closed.
If the fuel filler cap is not correctly closed:
XClose the fuel filler cap.
If the fuel filler cap is correctly closed:
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.374Display messagesOn-board computer and displays
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Driving systemsDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsÀ
Attention Assist:
Drowsiness
DetectedBased on specific criteria, ATTENTION ASSIST has determined that
the driver is tired or paying less attention. A warning tone also
sounds.XIf necessary, take a break.
During long journeys, take regular breaks in good time so you get
enough rest.
À
Attention Assist
InoperativeATTENTION ASSIST has failed.XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.Á
Night View Assist
InoperativeNight View Assist Plus is defective.XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.Á
Night View Assist
Currently
UnavailableThe temperature of the camera is too high.XWait until you see the Night View Assist Available
Again display message.
You can also:
XFold the camera cover down ( Y page 432).XAdjust the air distribution of the automatic air conditioning
upwards.Á
Night View Assist
Lights Must Be Set
To AUTO or ONA condition for activating Night View Assist Plus has not been
fulfilled.XTurn the light switch to c or L .Á
Night View Assist
Not In Reverse GearA condition for activating Night View Assist Plus has not been
fulfilled.XShift the transmission to P, N or D.Á
Night View Assist
Lights ON or AUTO,
Not in R GearA condition for activating Night View Assist Plus has not been
fulfilled.XTurn the light switch to c or L .XShift the transmission to P, N or D.Display messages375On-board computer and displaysZ
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Night View Assist
Only When It Is
DarkYou have attempted to activate Night View Assist Plus in the
daytime.
Night View Assist Plus can only be activated when it is dark.¨
Vehicle RisingYour vehicle is adjusting to the level you have selected.¨
Vehicle Rising
Please Wait BrieflyThe vehicle level is too low when the vehicle is stationary. A
warning tone also sounds.XDo not pull away.
The vehicle level is set when the display message disappears.¨
STOP Car Too LowYou have pulled away while the vehicle level is still too low.
AIRMATIC sets the vehicle to the selected level after a short
period.XPull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions.XSecure the vehicle against rolling away ( Y page 289).XWait until the display message disappears before pulling away.AIRMATIC is defective. A warning tone also sounds.XDo not drive at speeds above 50 mph (80 km/h).XMake only slight steering movements. Otherwise, the front
fender or the tires could be damaged if the steering movement
is too large.XListen for scraping sounds.XPull over and stop the vehicle safely, paying attention to road
and traffic conditions, and select a higher vehicle level.
Depending on the malfunction, it may be possible to raise the
vehicle.XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.¨
MalfunctionThe AIRMATIC function is restricted. The vehicle's handling
characteristics may be affected.XDo not drive at speeds above 50 mph (80 km/h).XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.376Display messagesOn-board computer and displays
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Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsABC
Malfunction Stop
VehicleThe ABC (Active Body Control) vehicle level is too low.XPull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions.
After a few seconds, the vehicle level is adjusted and the display
message disappears.The vehicle is leaking oil.
The display message is shown continuously.XPull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driving
under any circumstances.XNotify a qualified specialist workshop or breakdown service.The display message is shown continuously.
ABC is malfunctioning.XDo not drive at speeds above 50 mph (80 km/h).XMake only slight steering movements. Otherwise, the front
fender or the tires could be damaged if the steering movement
is too large.XListen for scraping sounds.XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.ABC
Vehicle Rising
Please Wait BrieflyThe ABC vehicle level is too low when the vehicle is stationary.XDo not pull away.
The vehicle level is set when the display message disappears.ABC
MalfunctionThe ABC function is restricted. The vehicle's handling
characteristics may be affected.XDo not drive at speeds above 50 mph (80 km/h).XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.ë
OffThe HOLD function is deactivated. The vehicle is skidding.
A warning tone also sounds.XReactivate the HOLD function later ( Y page 308).The HOLD function is deactivated. When the brake pedal is firmly
depressed, an activation condition is not fulfilled.
A warning tone also sounds.XCheck the activation conditions for the HOLD function
( Y page 308).Display messages377On-board computer and displaysZ
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Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsRadar Sensors
Deactivated See
Oper. ManualThe radar sensor system is deactivated.XSwitch on the radar sensor system ( Y page 350).Active Lane
Keeping Assist
Currently
Unavailable See
Oper. ManualActive Lane Keeping Assist is deactivated and temporarily
inoperative. Possible causes are:
R the windshield in the camera's field of vision is dirty.
R visibility is impaired due to heavy rain, snow or fog.
R there are no lane markings for a longer period.
R the lane markings are worn, dark or covered, e.g. by dirt or snow.
If the display message does not disappear:XPull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions.XSecure the vehicle against rolling away ( Y page 289).XClean the windshield.
If the system detects that the camera is fully operational, the
display message disappears.
Active Lane Keeping Assist is operational again.
Active Lane
Keeping Assist
InoperativeActive Lane Keeping Assist is defective.XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.378Display messagesOn-board computer and displays
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Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsActive Blind Spot
Assist
Currently
Unavailable See
Operator's ManualActive Blind Spot Assist is temporarily inoperative. Possible
causes are:
R the sensors are dirty.
R function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow.
R the radar sensor system is outside the operating temperature
range.
R the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g. due to
electromagnetic radiation emitted by nearby TV or radio
stations or other sources of electromagnetic radiation.
The yellow 9 indicator lamps also light up in the exterior
mirrors.
If the display message does not disappear:
If the display message does not disappear:XPull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions.XSecure the vehicle against rolling away ( Y page 289).XClean the sensors ( Y page 431).XRestart the engine.
If the system detects that the sensors are fully operational, the
display message disappears.
Active Blind Spot Assist is operational again.
Active Blind Spot
Assist
InoperativeActive Blind Spot Assist is defective.
The yellow 9 indicator lamps also light up in the exterior
mirrors.XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.Parking Guidance
InoperativeParking Guidance is malfunctioning ( Y page 315).XRestart the engine.
If the display message continues to be displayed:
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.Display messages379On-board computer and displaysZ
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Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsParking Guidance
CanceledParking Guidance is deactivated. Possible causes are:
R the vehicle is skidding.
R the sensors are dirty.
R a malfunction has occurred.XReactivate Parking Guidance later ( Y page 315).
If the parking space symbol does not appear in the multifunction
display at speeds below 19 mph (30 km/h):
XClean the sensors ( Y page 431).XRestart the engine.
If the parking space symbol still does not appear in the
multifunction display at speeds below 19 mph (30 km/h):
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.Parking Guidance has been deactivated because you are no longer
following the recommended path.XPark again and, while doing so, observe the display messages
in the multifunction display.Parking Guidance
FinishedThe vehicle is parked. A warning tone also sounds.
The display message disappears automatically.DISTRONIC PLUS
OffDISTRONIC PLUS has been deactivated ( Y page 298). If it was
deactivated automatically, a warning tone also sounds.DISTRONIC PLUS
Available AgainDISTRONIC PLUS is operational again after having been
temporarily unavailable. You can now reactivate DISTRONIC PLUS
( Y page 298).380Display messagesOn-board computer and displays
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Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsDISTRONIC PLUS
Currently
Unavailable See
Operator's ManualDISTRONIC is deactivated and temporarily inoperative. Possible
causes are:
R the DISTRONIC PLUS cover in the radiator trim is dirty
R function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow.
R the sensors in the bumpers are dirty.
R the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g. due to
electromagnetic radiation emitted by nearby TV or radio
stations or other sources of electromagnetic radiation.
R the system is outside the operating temperature range.
R the on-board voltage is too low.
A warning tone also sounds.
If the display message does not disappear:XPull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions.XSecure the vehicle against rolling away ( Y page 289).XClean the DISTRONIC PLUS cover in the radiator trim
( Y page 431).XClean the bumpers ( Y page 431).XRestart the engine.
If the system detects that the sensors are fully operational, the
display message disappears.
DISTRONIC is operational again.
DISTRONIC PLUS
InoperativeDISTRONIC PLUS is defective. BAS PLUS (Brake Assist PLUS) and
PRE-SAFE ®
Brake may be inoperative as well.
A warning tone also sounds.XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.DISTRONIC PLUS
OverrideYou have depressed the accelerator pedal. DISTRONIC PLUS is no
longer controlling the speed of the vehicle.XRemove your foot from the accelerator pedal.DISTRONIC PLUS
--- mphAn activation condition for DISTRONIC PLUS is not fulfilled.XCheck the activation conditions for DISTRONIC PLUS
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