Problem
Possible causes/consequences and
X
X
Solutions
d
The yellow ESP
®
warning lamp is
lit while the
engine is run-
ning. In addition,
a message
appears in the
multi-function
display.
G
Risk of accident
ESP
®
is unavailable due to a malfunction. ESP
®
and ESP
®
trailer
stabilisation will not stabilise the vehicle if it starts to skid or if a
wheel starts to spin.
X
Observe the additional messages in the multi-function display
(
Y
page 176).
X
Drive on carefully.
X
Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
6
The red SRS
warning lamp is
lit while the
engine is run-
ning.
G
Risk of injury
There is a malfunction in the restraint system. The airbags or belt
tensioners may either be triggered unintentionally or, in the event
of an accident, not be triggered at all.
X
Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
J
The red brake
system warning
lamp comes on
while you are
driving. A warn-
ing tone also
sounds.
You are driving with the parking brake applied.
X
Release the parking brake.
The warning lamp goes out and the warning tone ceases.
J
The red brake
system warning
lamp comes on
while the engine
is running. A
warning tone
also sounds.
G
Risk of accident
There is insufficient brake fluid in the fluid reservoir.
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
Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
X
Observe the additional messages in the multi-function display
(
Y
page 176).
Do not top up the brake fluid. This will not rectify the fault.
?
The red coolant
warning lamp
lights up while
the engine is
running and the
coolant temper-
ature gauge is at
the start of the
scale.
The temperature sensor for the coolant temperature gauge is
faulty.
The coolant temperature is no longer being monitored. There is a
risk of engine damage if the coolant temperature is too high.
X
Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine,
paying attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue
driving under any circumstances.
X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Troubleshooting
Practical
advice
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