2003 Mercedes E-Class Owner's Manual - Page 305

Practical hints What to do if ... Display Possible cause Brake wear Visit workshop! Suggested solution Brake pad thickness must be visually inspected at the intervals specified in the Service Booklet. Have the brake pads replaced as soon as possible. 2 The brake pads have reached their wear limit. T Brake malfunction Stop vehicle The SBC brake system is in the limp-home (emergency operation) mode. Considerably greater brake pedal force is required and the stopping distance is increased. Do not exceed a speed of 55 mph (90 km/h). Do not drive any further. Significantly greater force must be applied to the brake pedal. Call for roadside assistance. Except Canada: ; 3 Reduced braking effect Start engine! Increased braking distance Start engine! Canada only: The battery has insufficient voltage and cannot supply sufficient power to the SBC brake system. Start the engine. The message disappears when sufficient voltage is available 305