Practical hints
What to do if …?
Problem
Possible cause
Suggested solution
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The red distance indicator lamp You are too close to the vehicle in front of you ̈ Apply the brakes immediately to in-
lights up while driving. to maintain selected speed. crease the following distance.
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The red distance indicator lamp ț You are gaining too rapidly on the vehicle ̈ Apply the brakes immediately.
comes on while driving and you ahead of you.
hear a warning sound.
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Carefully observe the traffic situation.
You may need to brake or maneuver
to avoid hitting an obstacle.
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The distance warning system has recog-
nized a stationary obstacle on your prob-
able line of travel.
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The yellow ABS malfunction indi- The ABS has detected a malfunction and has ̈ Continue driving with added caution.
cator lamp comes on while driv- switched off. The BAS and the ESP are also Wheels may lock during hard braking,
reducing steering capability.
ing.
switched off (see messages in display).
The brake system is still functioning normally ̈ Have the system checked at an autho-
but without the ABS available.
rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon
as possible.
If the ABS control unit control unit is malfunc-
tioning, other systems such as Parktronic*, Failure to follow these instructions in-
Distronic*, the navigation system and the au- creases the risk of an accident.
tomatic transmission can also malfunction.
The charging voltage has fallen below
̈ When the voltage is above this value
again, the ABS is operational again.
10
volts and the ABS has switched off.
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If necessary, have the generator and
battery checked.
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| Categories | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Manuals, Mercedes-Benz Manuals |
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| Tags | Mercedes-Benz CL500, Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG, Mercedes-Benz CL600, Mercedes-Benz W215 |
| Model Year | 2003 |
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