Instruments and controls79Flashes when the engine is
running
Fault that could lead to catalytic
converter damage. Ease up on the accelerator until the flashing stops.
Seek the assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Depending on version, a warning
message may also be displayed in
the Driver Information Centre (DIC)
3 85.
Brake system
R illuminates red.
Illuminates after the ignition is
switched on if the parking brake is
applied 3 119. A warning chime will
sound if a certain speed is exceeded
with the parking brake applied.
Illuminates when the parking brake is
released if the brake fluid level is too
low 3 137.9 Warning
Stop. Do not continue your
journey. Consult a workshop.
Illuminates if the brake vacuum servo
fails; the brake pedal becomes stiff
when pressed. The brake system
remains operational however,
assistance will be reduced. The
steering may also require
considerably more effort when
turning.
Depending on version, a warning
message may also be displayed in
the Driver Information Centre (DIC) 3 85.
Brake pad wear
F illuminates yellow.
The front brake pads are worn, seek
the assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Depending on version, a warning
message may also be displayed in
the Driver Information Centre (DIC)
3 85.
Antilock brake system
(ABS)
u illuminates yellow.Illuminates for a few seconds after the
ignition is switched on. The system is
ready for operation when the control
indicator extinguishes.
If the control indicator does not
extinguish after a few seconds, or if it illuminates while driving, there is a
fault in the ABS. The brake system
remains operational but without ABS
regulation.
If u illuminates together with R,
there is a fault in the braking system.
Depending on version, a warning
message may also be displayed in
the Driver Information Centre (DIC)
3 85. Seek the assistance of a
workshop immediately.
Antilock brake system 3 119.
Transmission
s illuminates red.
Illuminates for a few seconds after the ignition is switched on.
s illuminates during driving when a
fault is present in the transmission.
