Brake Fluid; Messages In The Multifunction Display; Parking Brake - Mercedes-Benz 2010 E-Class Coupe Operator's Manual

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display
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Display messages
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Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
EBD, ABS, In addition, the yellow ESC warning lamp ä, the yellow
and ESC
ESC OFF warning lamp å, and the yellow ABS indicator
Inoperativ
lamp ! come on.
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The brake system is still functioning normally but due to a
Operator's
malfunction, the ABS, the BAS, the BAS PLUS, the EBP, the
Manual
ESC, the HOLD function, the PRE-SAFE
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SAFE
The ATTENTION ASSIST is disabled.
X
Continue driving with added caution. Wheels may lock
during hard braking, reducing steering capability.
X
Adjust driving to be consistent with reduced braking
responsiveness.
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.
Brake
A malfunction has occurred while the HOLD function or
Immediatel
DISTRONIC PLUS was switched on.
y
The engine cannot be started.
X
While observing surrounding traffic conditions and when it
is safe, immediately depress the brake pedal firmly until the
warning message disappears.
X
Secure vehicle from rolling away before getting out of it
( Y page 102).
The engine can be started again.
Release You are driving with the parking brake engaged. In addition
Parking
an acoustic warning sounds.
Brake
X
Release the parking brake.
Check There is insufficient brake fluid in the reservoir.
Brake
Risk of accident!
Fluid
X
Stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe
Level
to do so.
X
Engage the parking brake.
X
Do not drive any further.
X
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call
Roadside Assistance.
Do not add brake fluid! This will not solve the problem.
Brake are unavailable.
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system, and the PRE-