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WARNING
Have the airbag system checked immediately by a specialist garage if a fault
exists. Otherwise, there is a risk of the airbag not being activated in the event
of an accident.
Control system for exhaust
The warning light
comes on after the ignition has been switched on.
If the warning light does not go out after starting the engine or it lights up when
driving, a fault exists in an exhaust relevant component. The engine management
system selects an emergency programme which enables you to drive to the nearest
specialist garage by adopting a gentle style of driving.
Electromechanical power steering
The warning light
comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.
If the warning light after switching on the ignition or when driving lights up contin-
uously, a fault exists in the electromechanical power steering.
If the yellow warning light lights up
power steering and the steering forces can be greater.
If the red warning light lights up
power steering and the steering assist has failed (significantly higher steering
forces).
Further information ⇒ page 198.
WARNING
Contact your specialist garage if the power steering is defective.
Using the system
Safety
, this indicates a partial failure of the
, this indicates a complete failure of the
Driving Tips
Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights
Note
If the yellow warning light
drive, it is not necessary to visit a specialist garage.
If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the yellow warning light
comes on after switching on the ignition. The warning light must go out after
driving a short distance.
Engine oil pressure
The warning light
comes on for a few seconds
on.
Stop the vehicle and switch the engine off if the warning light does not go off
after the engine has started or flashes while driving. Check the oil level and top up
with oil as necessary ⇒ page 228, "Replenishing engine oil".
An audible signal sounds three times as an additional warning signal.
Do not continue your journey if for some reason it is not possible under the
conditions prevailing to top up with oil. Keep the engine switched off and obtain
professional assistance from a specialist garage, otherwise it could lead to severe
engine damage.
Do not drive any further if the warning light flashes even if the oil is at the correct
level. Do not run the engine not at idling speed either. Contact the nearest specialist
garage to obtain professional assistance.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
Oil Pressure Engine off! Owner's manual
WARNING
If you must stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe
distance from the traffic and switch off the engine and switch on the hazard
warning light system.
4)
The warning light
on vehicles fitted with information display does not come on after
switching the ignition on, but only if a fault exists or the engine oil level is too low.
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
goes out after starting the engine again and a short
4)
when the ignition is switched
Technical Data
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