Mercedes-Benz 2009 SL65 AMG Automobile User Manual


 
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display
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Symbol messages
Brake
Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution
T
Reduced Brake
Effect Depress
brake pedal fully.
The electro-hydraulic brake system is in
emergency operation mode. Considerably
greater brake pedal force is required and
the brake pedal travel is longer. The stop-
ping distance is increased.
The maximum speed is limited to 55 mph
(90 km/h).
X
Stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon
as it is safe to do so.
X
Engage the parking brake.
X
Do not drive any further.
X
Prevent the vehicle from rolling away by block-
ing the wheels with wheel chocks or other
sizeable objects.
X
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
or call Roadside Assistance.
T
Reduced Brake
Effect Service
Required
The electro-hydraulic brake system is in
emergency operation mode. Considerably
greater brake pedal force is required and
the brake pedal travel is longer. The stop-
ping distance is increased.
X
Stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon
as it is safe to do so.
X
Engage the parking brake.
X
Do not drive any further.
X
Prevent the vehicle from rolling away by block-
ing the wheels with wheel chocks or other
sizeable objects.
X
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
or call Roadside Assistance.
Practical hints