Indicator and warning lamps
19n
Technology that monitors itself
Red: stop immediately
Handbrake*/
Brake hydraulic system +
Lights up with handbrake
engaged.
For additional information, refer to
page 66
Indicator and warning lamps that are
identified by + are tested for proper
functioning whenever the ignition key is
turned. They each light up once for dif-
ferent periods of time.
Battery charge current +
The battery is not being
charged. There is a malfunction
of the alternator drive belt or in the
charging circuit of the alternator. Have
the system checked immediately.
Comes on although the handbrake is
released: stop immediately. The brake
If a fault should occur in one of the
monitored systems, the corresponding
lamp does not go out after the engine is
started or it lights up while the vehicle is
moving. You will see how to react to
this in the following section.
If the drive belt is defective, do not fluid in the reservoir has fallen to below
continue driving. The engine could the minimum level. At the same time, a
considerably longer brake pedal travel
may be noticeable. Have the system
checked immediately.
be damaged due to overheating. If the
drive belt is defective, increased steer-
ing effort is also required.<
Engine oil pressure +
During continued driving
Stop immediately and switch off
increased brake pedal pressure
the engine. Check the engine oil may be necessary, and considerably
level; top up as required. If the oil level
is correct: have the system checked
immediately.
longer braking distances may result.
Please remember to adapt your driving
style accordingly.<
Do not continue driving. The
engine could be damaged
because of inadequate lubrication.<
Before continuing your journey, be
sure to read the notes on pages 139
and 151.
Also comes on in the Check Control
with the message "CHECK BRAKE
LININGS".
Display of the previously
described malfunction on Cana-
dian models.
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| Model Year | 2004 |
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