Warning Lamp; Brakes - Mercedes-Benz 2009 C-Class Operator's Manual

Problem
; (USA only)
3 (Canada only)
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The red brake warning lamp
comes on while driving. In
addition, the yellow ABS
malfunction indicator lamp, and
®
the yellow ESP

warning lamp

come on and an acoustic warning
sounds.
; (USA only)
3 (Canada only)
The red brake warning lamp
comes on while driving and an
acoustic warning sounds.
; (USA only)
3 (Canada only)
The red brake warning lamp
comes on while the engine is
running.
Possible cause/consequence
The Electronic Brake
Proportioning (EBP) switched off
due to a malfunction.
The ABS, the BAS, and the ESP
are also switched off.
The brake system continues to
function normally, but without
electronic support.
You are driving with the parking
brake engaged.
There is insufficient brake fluid in
the reservoir.
Suggested solutions
X
Continue driving with added caution. Wheels may lock during hard
braking, reducing steering capability.
X
Read and observe messages that may appear in the multifunction
® display ( Y page 305).
X
Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
as soon as possible.
Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident.
X
Release the parking brake.
X
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 305).
X
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not add brake
fluid! This will not solve the problem.
Practical hints
What to do if ...
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