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Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
S
Vehicles with manual transmission only: the transmission
display shows three lines.
The transmission
electronics are malfunctioning or the idling
sensor is faulty.
The Start/Stop function and cruise control are deactivated
automatically.
Starting the engine is only possible with the clutch pedal fully
depressed.
X
Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
S
Vehicles with automatic transmission only: the transmission
display shows three lines.
The automatic transmission is malfunctioning.
X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
SorB/
7/C/
A
Vehicles with automatic transmission only: S flashes
alternately with
the currently selected transmission position.
The automatic transmission clutch has overheated. You will
feel the clutch pedal pulsate.
X
Initially try to avoid pulling away or crawling manoeuvres.
If the display message disappears, automatic transmission
is available again.
SorB/
7/C/
A
Only for vehicles with automatic transmission: S flashes
alternately with
the currently selected transmission position.
A warning tone also sounds.
Further pulling away or crawling manoeuvres have led to a
critical clutch temperature.
X
Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible,
paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
X
Secure the vehicle to prevent it from rolling away.
X
Wait until the automatic transmission has cooled down and
the display message does not reappear after acknowledging
it.
170
Display messages (on-board computer with monochrome display)
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