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80 Cockpit
Yellow symbols are accompanied by one warning buzzer. The function indi-
cated should be checked as soon as possible. If several Priority 2 faults are
detected at the same time, the symbols are displayed one after the other for
about 2 seconds at a time.
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Brake light failure

This warning light will appear on the upper part of the display if any of the
brake lights has failed. A text message in the central part of the display indi-
cates which brake light has failed (left or right).
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Fuel level low

When this symbol

comes on for the first time, there are about 8 to 10 li-
tres of fuel left in the tank. You should fill up as soon as possible
⇒
page 217.
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Engine speed governing

Max. engine speed XXXX rpm
There is a fault in the engine management. In addition, the warning lamp

on the instrument panel will light up. The engine speed will be governed to
the speed displayed in the driver information system. Please ensure that
the engine speed does not exceed the speed shown (for example, when
changing down a gear).
Take the vehicle to a qualified workshop immediately to have the fault re-
paired.
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Checking the engine oil level

If the

symbol lights up, please check the engine oil level as soon as pos-
sible
⇒
page 224. Top up the oil at the next opportunity
⇒
page 225.
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Engine oil sensor defective*

If the

symbol lights up, take the vehicle to a qualified workshop and
have the oil level sensor checked. Until then it is advisable to check the oil
level every time you fill up with fuel
⇒
page 224.
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Diesel particulate filter obstructed

If the symbol

lights up, you can contribute towards automatic filter
cleaning by driving in the right manner. To do this, drive about 15 minutes
in 4th or 5th gear (automatic gearbox: S gear range) at a speed of 60 km/h,
with the engine running at approximately 2000 rpm. The increase in temper-
ature will burn off any soot in the filter. When cleaning is successful, the
symbol switches off.
If the symbol

does not turn off, or the three lamps turn on (particulate
filter

, emission control system fault

and heaters

), take the vehicle
to a qualified workshop to repair the fault.
For further information on the diesel particulate filter, see
⇒
page 193.
WARNING
It is essential that you adjust your speed to suit the weather, road, ter-
rain and traffic conditions. The recommended driving speed must never
lead to the driver disregarding the traffic regulations.
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