What to do if ...
Lamps in instrument cluster
Problem
Possible causes/consequences and
X Solutionsé
The yellow RBS
(Recuperative Brake
System) warning lamp
is on while the
combustion engine is
running. In addition, an
acoustic warning may
sound.
The RBS is malfunctioning.
Risk of accident!
The combustion engine may not turn off automatically.
X
Read and observe messages that may appear in the
multifunction display
(Y page 24).
X Continue driving with added caution.
X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. $
(USA only)
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(Canada only)
The red brake warning
lamp is on while the
combustion engine is
running. An additional
acoustic warning
sounds.
The RBS is malfunctioning.
Risk of accident!
Brake pedal travel may be longer than usual and the braking
behavior of the vehicle may change.
X
Stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do
so. Do not continue to drive.
X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately.
X Read and observe messages that may appear in the
multifunction display
(Y page 24), see Operator’s Manual. The brake fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir is too low.
Risk of accident!
X
Stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do
so. Do not continue to drive.
X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately.
X Read and observe messages that may appear in the
multifunction display
(Y page 24), see Operator’s Manual.
Do not add brake fluid. This will not solve the problem. d
The yellow ABS/ESP
®
warning lamp flashes
while driving. The ESP
®
,
the 4-ETS, or the ABS has come into operation because
of detected traction loss for at least one wheel.
Risk of accident!
The cruise control is deactivated.
X When driving off, apply as little throttle as possible.
X While driving, ease up on the accelerator pedal.
X Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road and weather
conditions.
X Do not switch off the ESP ®
.
Exceptions, see Operator’s Manual. Practical hints
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