2008 Mercedes CL-Class Owner's Manual - Page 615

Practical hints What to do if ...? Problem Possible cause/consequence PRE-SAFE Brake*: The red dis- You are too close to the vehicle in front of tance warning lamp comes on you to maintain selected speed. while driving. DISTRONIC Plus* or PRE-SAFE® Brake*: The red distance warning lamp comes on while driving and an acoustic warning sounds. You are gaining too rapidly on the vehicle ahead of you. DISTRONIC Plus* or PRE-SAFE® Brake* has recognized a stationary obstacle on your probable line of travel. The ESP® or electronic traction system has come into operation because of detected traction loss in at least one tire. Cruise control and DISTRONIC Plus* are deactivated. ® Suggested solution Apply the brakes immediately to increase the following distance. Apply the brakes immediately. Apply the brakes immediately. Carefully observe the traffic situation. You may need to brake or maneuver to avoid hitting an obstacle. When driving off, apply as little throttle as possible. While driving, ease up on the accelerator. Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road and weather conditions. Do not deactivate the ESP®. Exceptions: ( page 72). Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident. l l v The yellow ESP® warning lamp flashes while driving. 614