Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, Owner'S Manual

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Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
! The indicator lamp (red) flashes, the warning lamp (yellow)
lights up and a warning tone sounds.
The electric parking brake is faulty and the braking effect is
restricted.
While the vehicle is in motion:
X
Release the electric parking brake handle.
While the vehicle is stationary:
X
Switch off the ignition and turn it back on.
X
Release the electric parking brake.
If the display message continues to be displayed:
X
Shift the transmission to P using the button on the centre con-
sole.
X
Prevent the vehicle from rolling away before you leave it.
X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
! The indicator lamp (red) flashes and a warning tone sounds.
You are making an emergency stop using the electric parking
brake.
X
After the emergency stop: release the electric parking brake
lever.
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! The warning lamp (yellow) lights up. Additionally the indica-
tor lamp (red) lights up.
The electric parking brake is malfunctioning.
To release:
X
Pull the electric parking brake handle.
or
X
Pull away carefully.
X
Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
To apply:
X
Switch off the ignition.
X
Pull the electric parking brake lever for at least ten seconds,
until the display message disappears.
If the display message continues to be displayed:
X
Shift the transmission to P using the button on the centre con-
sole.
X
Prevent the vehicle from rolling away before you leave it.
X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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