Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2011 Operator's Manual page 412

Display messages
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Display messages
Service Required
Do Not Shift Gears
Only Shift to 'P'
when Vehicle is
Stationary
N
M
C
D
Power Steering
Malfunction See
Oper. Manual
¥
Top up washer fluid
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
You cannot change the transmission position due to a malfunction.
A warning tone also sounds.
If transmission position D is selected:
X
Drive to a qualified specialist workshop without shifting the
transmission from position D.
If transmission position R, N or P is selected:
X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop or breakdown service.
The vehicle is moving.
X
Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions.
X
Shift the transmission to position P.
The trunk lid is open.
X
Close the trunk lid.
G
Risk of accident
The hood is open.
X
Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions.
X
Engage the parking brake.
X
Close the hood.
At least one door is open.
X
Close all doors.
G
Risk of accident
The power steering assistance is faulty. You will need to use more
force to steer.
X
Check whether you are able to apply the extra force required.
X
If you are able to steer safely: carefully drive on to a qualified
specialist workshop.
X
If you are unable to steer safely: do not drive on. Contact the
nearest qualified specialist workshop.
The washer fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir has dropped
below the minimum.
X
Add washer fluid ( Y page 450).