Operation
Driving instructions
To help prevent brake disk corrosion after
driving on wet road surfaces (particularly
salted roads), it is advisable to brake the
vehicle with considerable force prior to
parking. The heat generated serves to dry
the brakes.
If the parking brake is released and the
brake warning lamp in the instrument clus-
ter stays on, there is a malfunction in the
electrohydraulic brake system (୴ page 97)
or the brake fluid level in the reservoir is
too low.
Warning!
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If other than recommended brake pads are
installed, or other than recommended brake
fluid is used, the braking properties of the
vehicle can be degraded to an extent that
safe braking is substantially impaired. This
could result in an accident.
If your brake system is normally only sub-
jected to moderate loads, you should occa-
sionally test the effectiveness of the
brakes by applying above-normal braking
pressure at higher speeds. This will also
enhance the grip of the brake pads.
Brake pad wear or a leak in the system may
be the reason for low brake fluid in the res-
ervoir.
Be certain to read and observe the warning
notices on brake pad replacement
Have the brake system inspected by quali-
fied technicians immediately. Contact an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
(୴ page 400).
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All checks and service work on the brake
system should be carried out by qualified
technicians only. Contact an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
!
Warning!
When driving down long and steep
grades, relieve the load on the brakes
by shifting into a lower gear to use the
engine’s braking power. This helps pre-
vent overheating of the brakes and re-
duces brake pad wear.
Make sure not to endanger any other road
users when carrying out these braking ma-
neuvers.
Only install brake pads and brake fluid
recommended by Mercedes-Benz.
Refer to the description of the Brake Assist
System (BAS) (୴ page 94).
After hard braking, it is advisable to drive
on for some time, rather than immediately
park, so that the air stream will cool down
the brakes faster.
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| Categories | Mercedes-Benz E-Class Manuals, Mercedes-Benz Manuals |
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| Tags | Mercedes-Benz E320 CDI, Mercedes-Benz E350, Mercedes-Benz E500, Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG, Mercedes-Benz W211 |
| Model Year | 2006 |
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