Mercedes-Benz V-Class Operating Instructions Manual page 293

Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster
Warning/
N Signal type
indicator
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
lamp
X
Make sure that the air supply to the radiator is not obstructed – by frozen slush,
for example.
X
Monitor the coolant temperature gauge in the instrument cluster.
X
If the coolant temperature is below 120 †, you can continue driving to the
nearest qualified specialist workshop.
Avoid heavy loads on the engine, e.g. driving in mountainous terrain, and stop-
start traffic.
Driving systems
Warning/
N Signal type
indicator
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
lamp
N The red distance warning lamp lights up while the vehicle is in motion.
·
The distance to the vehicle in front is too small for the speed selected.
X
Increase the distance.
N The red distance warning lamp lights up while the vehicle is in motion. An
·
additional warning tone sounds.
You are approaching a vehicle or a stationary obstacle in your line of travel at too
high a speed.
X
Be prepared to brake immediately.
X
Pay particular attention to the traffic situation. You may have to brake or take
evasive action.
Further information about the distance warning function can be found under
"COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST" (
Y
page 211).
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