Mercedes-Benz 2006 CLS-Class Automobile User Manual


 
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Practical hints
What to do if …
Text messages
Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution
ABS
Malfunction
Visit workshop
The ABS has detected a malfunction
and has switched off.
The ESP
®
and the BAS are also deac-
tivated.
The electro-hydraulic brake system
is still functioning normally but with-
out the ABS available.
̈ Continue driving with added caution. Wheels
will lock during hard braking, reducing steering
capability.
̈ Have the system checked at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
Failure to follow these instructions increases the
risk of an accident.
Display malfunction
Visit workshop
The ABS or the ABS display is mal-
functioning.
̈ Continue driving with added caution. Wheels
will lock during hard braking, reducing steering
capability.
̈ Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as
soon as possible.
Failure to follow these instructions increases the
risk of an accident.
Cruise
control
Drive to workshop
Cruise control or Distronic* is mal-
functioning.
̈ Have the cruise control or the Distronic*
checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.