Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 907 2018 Operating Instructions Manual page 376

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Display messages and warning and indicator lamps
Warning/indicator
lamp
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Brake system warning
lamp (red)
Possible causes/consequences and
The brake system red warning lamp lights up while the engine is on.
Possible causes:
The brake force boosting is malfunctioning.
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The EBD (electronic brakeforce distribution) is malfunctioning.
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There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir.
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& WARNING There is a risk of an accident if brake force boosting
is malfunctioning
If brake force boosting is malfunctioning, increased brake pedal
force may be necessary for braking. Braking characteristics may be
impaired. The braking distance may increase in an emergency brak‐
ing situation.
Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, pay‐
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ing attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue
driving under any circumstances.
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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& WARNING Risk of an accident if the EBD (electronic brake
force distribution) malfunctions
If the EBD malfunctions, the wheels may lock during braking.
The braking characteristics may be impaired.
The braking distance can increase in emergency situations.
Stop in a safe location immediately. Do not continue driving!
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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& WARNING Risk of an accident due to low brake fluid level
If the brake fluid level is too low, the braking effect and the braking
characteristics may be impaired.
Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, paying attention to road
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and traffic conditions. Do not continue driving.
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Do not top up the brake fluid.
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Stop in a safe location immediately. Do not continue driving!
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Solutions
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