2007 Mercedes G-Class Owner's Manual - Page 327
2007 Mercedes G-Class Manual
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Practical hints What to do if ... Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution ; (USA only) The red brake warning lamp There is insufficient brake fluid in the Risk of accident! reservoir. 3 (Canada only) comes on while driving. Carefully stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do so. Apply the parking brake ( page 62). Do not drive any further. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Do not add brake fluid! This will not solve the problem. Read and observe messages in the multifunction display ( page 338). Warning! G 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 the brake fluid catching fire. You could be seriously burned. ! 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. 326