Mercedes-Benz 2013 C-Class Coupe, Owner'S Manual

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Tyres
Problem Possible causes/consequences and
M
Solutions
h
The yellow tyre pres-
sure monitor warning
lamp (pressure loss/
malfunction) is lit.
The tyre pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at
least one of the tyres.
G
WARNING
With tyre pressures which are too low, there is a risk of the fol-
lowing hazards:
R
the tyres may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed
increase.
R
the tyres may wear excessively and/or unevenly, which may
greatly impair tyre traction.
R
the driving characteristics, as well as steering and braking, may
be greatly impaired.
There is a risk of an accident.
X
Stop the vehicle without making any sudden steering or braking
manoeuvres. Pay attention to the traffic conditions as you do
so.
X
Secure the vehicle against rolling away (
Y
page 169).
X
Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction
display.
X
Check the tyres and, if necessary, follow the instructions for a
flat tyre (
Y
page 330).
X
Check the tyre pressure (
Y
page 353).
X
If necessary, correct the tyre pressure.
h
The yellow tyre pres-
sure monitor warning
lamp (pressure loss/
malfunction) flashes for
approximately one
minute and then
remains lit.
The tyre pressure monitor is faulty.
G
WARNING
The system is possibly unable to recognise or register low tyre
pressure.
There is a risk of an accident.
X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction
display.
X Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster
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On-board computer and displays
Z