Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sedan Operator's Manual page 418

416 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps
Display messages
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Possible causes/consequences and
* The transmission can only be shifted to position j when the vehicle is stationary.
* The transmission is malfunctioning. The transmission position can no longer be shifted.
When the transmission is in position h, consult a qualified specialist workshop and do not shift the transmis‐
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sion position.
For all other transmission positions, park the vehicle safely.
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop or breakdown service.
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* You are leaving the vehicle when it is in a ready-to-drive state.
When you leave the vehicle, switch off the ignition and take the SmartKey with you.
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If you do not leave the vehicle, switch off the electrical consumers, e.g. the seat heater. Otherwise, the 12‑volt
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battery might discharge and it will then only be possible to start the vehicle using a donor battery (starting
assistance).
* The transmission is malfunctioning. The transmission shifts to position i automatically.
Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
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Switch the transmission to position j.
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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* The transmission is malfunctioning. Reverse gear can no longer be engaged.
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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