Mercedes-Benz 2016 GLA, Operator'S Manual

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Safety systems
Problem
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
J
The yellow brake sys-
tem warning lamp
lights up while the
engine is running.
The brake system is malfunctioning.
G WARNING
The braking characteristics may be affected.
There is a risk of an accident.
X
Drive on taking extra care.
X
Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
$ (USA only)
J (Canada only)
The red brake system
warning lamp comes on
while the engine is run-
ning. A warning tone
also sounds.
G WARNING
The brake boosting effect is malfunctioning and the braking char-
acteristics 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 circumstances.
X
Secure the vehicle against rolling away (
Y
page 171).
X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
X
Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction
display.
$ (USA only)
J (Canada only)
The red brake system
warning lamp comes on
while the engine is run-
ning. 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 circumstances.
X
Secure the vehicle against rolling away (
Y
page 171).
X
Do not add brake fluid. Adding more will not remedy the mal-
function.
X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
X
Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction
display.
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Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster
On-board
computer
and
displays