Mercedes-Benz E 400 HYBRID Operating Instructions Manual page 26

Driving
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Problems with the engine
Problem
You cannot start the
internal combustion
engine. The
multifunction display
shows no display
messages. The READY
indicator in the
multifunction display is
off.
You wish to pull away
and the ECO start/stop
function does not start
the internal
combustion engine.
The READY indicator in
the multifunction
display is off.
Problems with the RBS (recuperative brake system)
Problem
Braking resistance is
reduced and brake
pedal travel is longer
than usual.
The brake pedal
pulsates.
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
For example, the self-diagnosis is not yet complete or the hybrid
system is malfunctioning.
Switch off the ignition and turn it back on.
X
Try to start the internal combustion engine again.
X
If the internal combustion engine does not start, consult a
X
qualified specialist workshop.
The ECO start/stop function may be malfunctioning. The warning
and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster light up.
Shift the transmission to P.
X
Switch off the ignition and turn it back on.
X
Start the engine.
X
The hybrid system is malfunctioning.
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
X
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
RBS is not yet activated (
Depress the brake pedal to the stop and release it again.
X
Braking resistance and brake pedal travel return to normal
again.
G Risk of accident
RBS is malfunctioning.
Observe any additional display messages in the multifunction
X
display ( page 33) and the indicator and warning lamp
Y
messages in the instrument cluster (
RBS assists you when braking with an electronically-controlled
brake boosting effect.
Observe the notes referring to the ABS/ESP
X
page 15).
Y
page 36).
Y
®
warning lamp.