2008 Mercedes CLS-Class Owner's Manual - Page 352

Practical hints What to do if ... Problem Possible cause/consequence The red distance warning lamp comes on while driving. The red distance warning lamp comes on while driving and you hear a warning chime sound. You are too close to the vehicle in front of you to maintain selected speed. You are gaining too rapidly on the vehicle ahead of you. The distance warning system has recognized a stationary obstacle on your probable line of travel. The fuel level has gone below the reserve mark. Suggested solution Apply the brakes immediately to increase the following distance. Apply the brakes immediately. Carefully observe the traffic situation. You may need to brake or maneuver to avoid hitting an obstacle. Refuel at the next gas station ( page 283). 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. Fasten your seat belt. The warning chime stops sounding. l l W < The yellow fuel tank reserve warning lamp comes on while driving. The red seat belt telltale comes The seat belt telltale reminds you and on for a maximum of 6 seconds your passengers to fasten your seat after starting the engine. belts before driving off. < You hear a warning chime for a maximum of 6 seconds after starting the engine. You have forgotten to fasten your seat belt. 351