2005 Mercedes E-Class Owner's Manual - Page 382

Practical hints What to do if ... Display symbol Display messages Brake wear Visit workshop Possible cause The brake pads have reached their wear limit. Possible solution Brake pad thickness must be visually inspected at the intervals specified in the Maintenance Booklet. Have the brake pads replaced as soon as possible. 2 T Reduced braking power Depress brake pedal fully The SBC brake system is in emergency operation mode. Considerably greater brake pedal force is required and the stopping distance is increased. The maximum speed is limited to 55 mph (90 km/h). Do not drive any further. Stop the vehicle and notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Prevent the vehicle from rolling away by blocking the wheels with wheel chocks or other sizable objects. Call for Roadside Assistance. Start the engine. The message disappears when sufficient voltage is available. (USA only) ; 3 Reduced braking power Start engine (Canada only) The battery has insufficient voltage and cannot supply sufficient power to the SBC brake system. 380