Mercedes-Benz 2006 CLS-Class Automobile User Manual


 
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Practical hints
What to do if …
Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution
l The red distance warning lamp
comes on while driving and you
hear a warning chime sound.
ț You are gaining too rapidly on the vehicle
ahead of you.
ț The distance warning system has recog-
nized a stationary obstacle on your prob-
able line of travel.
̈ Apply the brakes immediately.
̈ Carefully observe the traffic situation.
You may need to brake or maneuver
to avoid hitting an obstacle.
W The yellow fuel tank reserve
warning lamp comes on while
driving.
The fuel level has gone below the reserve
mark.
̈ Refuel at the next gas station
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page 290).
< The red seat belt telltale comes
on for a brief period after starting
the engine.
The seat belt telltale reminds you and your
passengers to fasten your seat belts before
driving off.
̈ Fasten your seat belts.
The telltale goes out.
< The red seat belt telltale comes
on and a warning chime sounds
for approximately six seconds af-
ter starting the engine.
The driver’s seat belt is not fastened before
the engine is started.
̈ Fasten the driver’s seat belt.
The telltale goes out.