Mercedes-Benz 2007 E -Class Wagon Operator's Manual page 386

Problem
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Only vehicles with Distronic*:
The red distance warning lamp
comes on while driving.
Only vehicles with Distronic*:
The red distance warning lamp
comes on while driving and you
hear a warning chime sound.
A
The yellow fuel tank reserve
warning lamp comes on while
driving.
Possible cause/consequence
You are too close to the vehicle in front of you
to maintain selected speed.
You are gaining too rapidly on the vehicle
ahead of you.
The distance warning system has recog-
nized a stationary obstacle on your prob-
able line of travel.
The fuel level has gone below the reserve
mark.
Practical hints
What to do if ...
Suggested solution
Apply the brakes immediately to in-
crease the following distance.
Apply the brakes immediately.
Carefully observe the traffic situation.
You may need to brake or maneuver
to avoid hitting an obstacle.
Refuel at the next gas station
( page 321).
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