2009 Mercedes E-Class Owner's Manual - Page 334
2009 Mercedes E-Class Manual
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Practical hints What to do if ... Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions X There is insufficient brake fluid in ; (USA only) the reservoir. 3 (Canada only) The red brake warning lamp comes on while the engine is running and an acoustic warning sounds. Risk of accident! 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 295). X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not add brake fluid! This will not solve the problem. 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 the brake fluid catching fire. You can 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. 332