2004 Mercedes CLK-Class Owner's Manual - Page 231
2004 Mercedes CLK-Class Manual
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Controls in detail Driving systems The most likely cause for a malfunctioning system is a dirty sensor (located behind the hood grille), especially at times of snow and ice or heavy rain. In such a case, Distronic will switch off, and the message Distronic Currently unavailable! see oper. manual i If the message Distronic Currently unavailable! see oper. manual Turns and bends appears in the multifunction display. For cleaning and care of the Distronic sensor, see "Cleaning the Distronic* system sensor cover" ( page 301). disappears during driving and the last speed stored flashes for approximately five seconds, the dirt (e.g. slush) has dissolved; Distronic works again. In turns or bends, Distronic may not detect a moving vehicle in front, or it may detect one too soon. This may cause your vehicle to brake late or unexpectedly. 231