Flashes when the engine is
running
Fault that could lead to catalytic
converter damage. Ease up on the
accelerator until the flashing stops.
Seek the immediate assistance of
a workshop.
Service vehicle soon
Diesel engines
A illuminates in yellow.
If A illuminates in combination with
v or u there is a fault in the engine
electronics. Seek the assistance of
a workshop immediately.
Stop engine
C illuminates red, together with p,
I, E or R, stop engine
immediately and seek the assistance
of a workshop.
Engine stop
E illuminates together with C if
coolant temperature is too high. Stop
engine immediately and seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Brake system
R illuminates red.
Illuminates when the parking brake is
released if the brake fluid level is too
low 3 112.
9 Warning
Stop. Do not continue your
journey. Consult a workshop.
Illuminates after the ignition is
switched on if the parking brake is
applied 3 97.
Antilock brake system (ABS)
u illuminates yellow.
Illuminates briefly after the ignition is
switched on. The system is ready for
operation when the u goes out.
If u does not go out after a few
seconds, or if it illuminates while
driving, there is a fault in the ABS. The
brake system remains operational but
without ABS regulation.
Antilock brake system 3 96.
Instruments and controls
Electronic Stability Program
v flashes or illuminates yellow.
Illuminates for a few seconds when
the ignition is switched on.
Flashing during driving
The system is actively engaged.
Engine output may be reduced and
the vehicle may be braked
automatically to a small degree
3 98.
Illuminates while driving
The system is switched off or a fault
is present if v illuminates together
with A.
ESP®
Plus
3 98.
Preheating, drain fuel filter and
engine electronics
D illuminates yellow during engine
preheating.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Water is present in the diesel fuel
filter. Drain fuel filter of residual water
3 113.
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