Safety systems
Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
6
The red restraint sys-
tem warning lamp is lit
while the engine is
running.
The restraint system is faulty.
G
WARNING
The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be trig-
gered unintentionally or, in the event of an accident, may not be
triggered.
There is an increased risk of injury.
X
Drive on carefully.
X
Have the restraint system checked at a qualified specialist
workshop immediately.
For further information about the restraint system, see
(
Y page 31).
$ (USA only)
J (Canada only)
÷!
The red brake system
warning lamp, the yel-
low ESP
®
warning lamp
and the yellow ABS
warning lamp light up
while the engine is
running.
G
WARNING
The brake system continues to function normally, but without the
functions listed above. The front and rear wheels could therefore
lock if you brake hard, for example.
The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely
affected. The braking distance in an emergency braking situation
can increase.
If ESP
®
is not operational, ESP
®
is unable to stabilize the vehicle.
There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident.
X
Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driv-
ing under any circumstances.
X
Secure the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 97).
X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
$ (USA only)
J (Canada only)
The red brake system
warning lamp comes on
while the vehicle is
moving. A warning tone
also sounds.
You are driving with the parking brake engaged.
X
Release the parking brake.
The warning lamp goes out and the warning tone ceases.
128
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster
>> On-board computer and displays.
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