Problem
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
h Yellow warning
lamp lights up while
driving.
Colour display: Tyre
pressure Caution
tyre malfunction
appears.
The tyre pressure monitor has detected a significant loss of
pressure in at least one of the tyres.
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WARNING
Underinflated or overinflated tyres pose the following risks:
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the tyres may burst, especially as the load and vehicle
speed increase.
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the tyres may wear excessively and/or unevenly, which
may greatly impair tyre traction.
R
the driving characteristics, as well as steering and brak-
ing, may be greatly impaired.
There is a risk of an accident.
Observe the recommended tyre pressure and check the tyre
pressure of all the tyres:
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at least every two weeks
R
when the load changes
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before embarking on a longer journey
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for changed operating conditions, e.g. off-road driving
If necessary, correct the tyre pressure.
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Secure the vehicle against rolling away.
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Check tyres visually and, if necessary, follow the instructions
for flat tyres.
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Check the tyre pressure and correct it if necessary.
h Yellow warning
lamp flashes for
approximately one
minute and then stays
lit.
Colour display: Tyre
pressure monitor
inoperative appears.
The tyre pressure monitor is malfunctioning or was not restar-
ted after a wheel change.
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WARNING
If you correct the tyre pressure without recalibrating the Run
Flat Indicator, the system cannot issue a warning about a
defective tyre in time. In the event of tyre pressure loss, the
driving characteristics and the steering and braking may be
greatly impaired. There is a risk of an accident.
If you correct the tyre pressure, you must recalibrate the Run
Flat Indicator.
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Restart tyre pressure monitor.
The display message continues to be displayed.
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Drive on carefully.
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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