2011 Mercedes CLS-Class Owner's Manual - Page 255

219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-11T16:21:02+02:00 - Seite 253 Version: 2.11.8.1 What to do if ... Problem $ (USA only) J (Canada only) The red brake warning lamp comes on while the engine is running and an acoustic warning sounds. Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions There is insufficient brake fluid in the reservoir. Risk of accident! X Do not drive any further. Stop the vehicle in a safe location as soon as it is safe to do so. X Engage the parking brake. X Read and observe messages that may appear in the multifunction display (Y page 228). X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not add brake fluid! This will not solve the problem. the brake fluid catching fire. You can be seriously burned. 253 G Warning! Driving with the brake warning lamp illuminated can result in an accident. Have your brake system checked immediately if the brake warning lamp stays on. Do not add brake fluid before checking the brake system. Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and ! If you find that the brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir has fallen to the minimum mark or below, have the brake system checked for brake pad thickness and leaks. Safety systems Problem 7 The red seat belt telltale comes on for a maximum of 6 seconds after starting the engine. Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions The seat belt telltale reminds you and your passengers to fasten your seat belts before driving off. X Fasten your seat belts. Regardless of whether the seat belts are fastened or not, the seat belt telltale always comes on and remains lit for 6 seconds after starting the engine. 7 The red seat belt You have forgotten to fasten your seat belt. telltale comes X Fasten your seat belt. on. In addition The warning chime stops sounding. you hear a warning chime for a maximum of 6 seconds after starting the engine. Z Practical hints