Mercedes-Benz B-Class 2011, Owner'S Manual

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A
The tailgate is open.
G
WARNING
When the engine is running, exhaust gases can enter the vehicle
interior if the tailgate is open.
There is a risk of poisoning.
X
Close the tailgate.
?
The bonnet is open.
G WARNING
The open bonnet may block your view when the vehicle is in
motion.
There is a risk of accident.
X
Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions.
X
Engage the electric parking brake.
X
Close the bonnet.
C
At least one door is open. A warning tone also sounds.
X
Close all doors.
j
Check trailer
hitch lock
The trailer tow hitch is not correctly engaged.
A warning tone also sounds.
X
Stop the vehicle immediately, paying attention to road and traf-
fic conditions, and switch off the engine.
X
Engage the electric parking brake.
X
Allow the trailer tow hitch ball coupling to engage in the end
position (
Y
page 183).
Otherwise, the trailer may detach itself.
D
Power steering mal‐
function See Own‐
er's Manual
The power steering assistance is faulty. You will need to use more
force to steer.
A warning tone also sounds.
X
Check whether you are able to apply the extra force required.
X
If you are able to steer safely: carefully drive on to a qualified
specialist workshop.
X
If you are unable to steer safely: do not drive on. Contact the
nearest qualified specialist workshop.
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