Problem
Windscreen wiper will
not stop or always
wipes at the same
speed.
7 Red warning lamp
lights up for
six seconds after start-
ing the engine (certain
countries only).
Warning tone sounds.
7 Red warning lamp
lights up after starting
the engine.
7 Red warning lamp
flashes.
Warning tone sounds.
6 Red warning lamp
lights up while the
engine is running.
Mal‐
Colour display:
function Visit work‐
shop
appears.
4 Indicator lamp on
the overhead control
panel lights up.
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
Windscreen wiper drive is malfunctioning.
X
Select another wiper speed on the combination switch.
X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Combination switch or rain sensor is malfunctioning.
X
Pull over and stop the vehicle, paying attention to road and
traffic conditions.
X
Remove the key from ignition lock.
X
Insert the key into the ignition lock, turn to position 1 and
start the engine.
X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Warning lamp prompts driver and front passenger to fasten their
seat belts.
X
Fasten seat belts.
Driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt.
X
Fasten seat belts.
Driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt and the
vehicle is travelling faster than 20 km/h.
X
Fasten seat belts.
Restraint system is malfunctioning.
G
WARNING
If the restraint system is malfunctioning, restraint system
components may be triggered unintentionally or may not
deploy as intended during an accident. This may affect the seat
belt tensioner or airbag, for example. This poses an increased
risk of injury or even fatal injury.
Have the restraint system checked and repaired immediately at
a qualified specialist workshop.
The front-passenger front airbag has been deactivated
Y
(
page 39).
X
Activate front-passenger front airbag.
Visibility, occupants, airbags
181
Z
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