Mercedes-Benz 2008 C 300 4MATIC Sport, Operator'S Manual

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Safety systems
Warning/
indicator
lamp
N N Signal type
Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions
$J N $ (USA only), J (Canada only): the red brake system warning lamp
is lit while the engine is running. A warning tone also sounds.
G WARNING
The brake boosting effect is malfunctioning and the braking characteristics
may be affected.
There is a risk of an accident.
X
Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to
road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driving under any circumstan-
ces.
X
Secure the vehicle against rolling away (
Y
page 174).
X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
X
Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display.
$J N $ (USA only), J (Canada only): the red brake system warning lamp
is lit while the engine is running. A warning tone also sounds.
There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir.
G WARNING
The braking effect may be impaired.
There is a risk of an accident.
X
Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to
road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driving under any circumstan-
ces.
X
Secure the vehicle against rolling away (
Y
page 174).
X
Do not add brake fluid. Adding more will not remedy the malfunction.
X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
X
Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display.
$ N USA only: the red brake system warning lamp is lit while the engine is
running. The multifunction display also shows a display message with the
# symbol.
The brake pads/linings have reached their wear limit.
X
Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster
285
On-board
computer
and
displays
Z