2002 MERCEDES-BENZ CL500 Malfunction

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LIGHTING SYSTEM
* C = Category, see page 303Line 1 Line 2 C*
LOW BEAM,L CHECK LAMPS! 2
LOW BEAM,R CHECK LAMPS! 2
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE VISIT WORKSHOP!
1
2
TURN SIGNAL LR CHECK LAMPS! 2
TURN SIGNAL RR CHECK LAMPS! 2
Line 1 Line 2 C*
TURN SIGNAL IN MIRROR, L CHECK LAMPS! 2
TURN SIGNAL IN MIRROR, R CHECK LAMPS! 2
TURN SIGNAL LF CHECK LAMPS! 2
TURN SIGNAL RF CHECK LAMPS! 2
BRAKE LIGHT
2
VISIT WORKSHOP! 2
BRAKE LAMP, L
3
CHECK LAMPS! 2
BRAKE LAMP, R
3
CHECK LAMPS! 2
3RD BRAKE LAMP
3
CHECK LAMPS! 2
HIGH BEAM, L CHECK LAMPS! 2
HIGH BEAM, R CHECK LAMPS! 2
LICENSE PLATE LAMP, L CHECK LAMPS! 2
LICENSE PLATE LAMP, R CHECK LAMPS! 2
TURN OFF LAMPS! 1
FRONT FOG LAMPS, L CHECK LAMPS! 2
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313 Malfunction and warning messages
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cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexIn t he case of bulb failures in certain lamps, ot her lamps
will substitute. See page 360 for instructions on
replacing bulbs.
* C = Category, see page 303
1 The display or the system is malfunctioning.
2 The brake lamps are switching on after a delay or are permanently
on – visit workshop immediately.
3 The brake lamps comprise several light emitting diodes. The
warning message will only appear if all light emitting diodes have
stopped working.
4 Other bulbs will be brought into use as replacements when certain
lamps blow. FRONT FOGLAMP, R CHECK LAMPS! 2
REAR FOGLAMP CHECK LAMPS! 2
REVERSE LAMP, L CHECK LAMPS! 2
REVERSE LAMP, R CHECK LAMPS! 2
TAIL LAMP, L CHECK LAMPS!
SUBSTITUTE LAMP ON!
4
2
TAIL LAMP, R CHECK LAMPS!
SUBSTITUTE LAMP ON!
4
2
STANDING LAMP, L CHECK LAMPS!
SUBSTITUTE LAMP ON!
4
2
STANDING LAMP, R CHECK LAMPS!
SUBSTITUTE LAMP ON!
4
2 Line 1 Line 2 C*
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LAMP SENSOR
* C = Category, see page 303The headlamps will be switched on automatically if the
light sensor malfunctions.
To deactivate the daylight running lamp mode, see the
individual setting menu “LIGHTING” –
“LAMP CIRCUIT HEADLAMP” on page 144. It will then
be pos sib le to s witch t he headlamps on an d of f us ing t he
exterior lamp switch. See page 159 for notes on the
exterior lamp switch. SEAT BELT SYSTEM
* C = Category, see page 303 Line 1 Line 2 C*
LAMP SENSOR VISIT WORKSHOP! 2Line 1 Line 2 C*
SEAT BELT SYSTEM VISIT WORKSHOP! 2
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315 Malfunction and warning messages
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cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index TELEPHONE – FUNCTION
* C = Category, see page 303The display appears if button í or ì on the
multifunction steering wheel is pressed and the vehicle
is not equipped with a telephone.CRUISE CONTROL
* C = Category, see page 303.
1 Cruise control is malfunctioning. Line 1 Line 2 C*
FUNCTION NOT AVAILABLE! 3Line 1 Line 2 C*
CRUISE CONTROL VISIT WORKSHOP!
1
2
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ACTIVE BODY CONTROL (ABC)
* C = Category, see page 303
1 The display or the system is malfunctioning.2 The capability of the system is restricted.
Important!
When the message “ACTIVE BODY CONTROL – DRIVE
CAREFULLY!” appears, do not exceed a speed of 50 mph
(80 km/h). The vehicle driving characteristics are
changed due to a noticeably softer suspension.
In this case visit your Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.
Do not continue to drive if loss of hydraulic fluid or
leaks are noticed. Doing so could result in subsequent
damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz
Limited Warranty.
Line 1 Line 2 C*
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE VISIT WORKSHOP!
1
2
ACTIVE BODY CONTROL DRIVE CAREFULLY!
2
1
ACTIVE BODY CONTROL STOP, CAR TOO LOW!
3
1
ACTIVE BODY CONTROL VISIT WORKSHOP!
4
2
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3 The ABC is defective. Stop the vehicle.
Press upper half of level control switch, see page 283
- system selects raised level mode.
The vehicle chassis is raised depending on the kind of defect.Important!
The wheels may not have sufficient clearance when the
steering wheel is turned beyond a certain angle if the
“ACTIVE BODY CONTROL – STOP, CAR TOO LOW!”
message appears. The front fenders will be damaged if
the steering wheel is turned too far. Watch and listen for
scraping noises.
Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph (80 km/h).
Visit your Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
4 The capability of the system is restricted.Important!
When the message “ACTIVE BODY CONTROL – VISIT
WORKSHOP!” appears, do not exceed a speed of 50 mph
(80 km/h). Visit your Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.
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TIRE PRESSURE
* C = Category, see page 303.
LR: left rear; LF: left front;
RR: right rear; RF: right front; Line 1 Line 2 C*
TIRE PRESSURE CAUTION, TIRE DEFECT!
1
1
TIRE PRESSURE CHECK TIRES!
2, 3
1
TIRE PRESSURE CHECK TIRES!
4
2
TIRE PRESS. CONTROL
ACTIVATEDPRESS DISPLAY AFTER
DRIVING A FEW MINS.
3
2
TIRE PRESS. MONITOR REACTIVATE!
3, 5
3
TIRE PRESS. MONITOR CURRENTLY INACTIVE!
6
2
TIRE PRESS. MONITOR VISIT WORKSHOP!
7
2
TIRE PRESSURE, LF CAUTION, TIRE DEFECT!
1
1
TIRE PRESSURE, RF CAUTION, TIRE DEFECT!
1
1
TIRE PRESSURE, LR CAUTION, TIRE DEFECT!
1
1
TIRE PRESSURE, RR CAUTION, TIRE DEFECT!
1
1
TIRE PRESSURE, LF CHECK TIRES!
2
1
TIRE PRESSURE, RF CHECK TIRES!
2
1
TIRE PRESSURE, LR CHECK TIRES!
2
1
TIRE PRESSURE, RR CHECK TIRES!
2
1
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1 One or more tires is or has deflated rapidly. Carefully bring the
vehicle to a halt, avoiding abrupt steering and braking maneuvers.
For reference on changing wheels, see page 343.
2 The tire pressure on one or more tires is already below minimum
value. Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abrupt
steering and braking maneuvers. For reference on changing
wheels, see page 343.
3 For tire inflation pressure monitor, see page 153.4 Tire pressure in one or more tires is low. Check and correct tire
pressure according to the label affixed inside the fuel filler flap.
For tire inflation pressure, see page 351.
The tire inf lation pressure monitor must be activated again after
the tire inflation pressure has been corrected, see page 153.
5 When the message appears after starting the engine, the tire
inflation pressure on all road wheels should be checked and
corrected according to the label affixed inside the fuel filler flap.
For tire inflation pressure, see page 351.
The tire inf lation pressure monitor must be activated again after
the tire inflation pressure has been corrected, see page 153.
6 The tire inflation pressure monitor system is unable to monitor the
tire pressure due to the presence of several wheel electronics in
the vehicle (e.g. a deflated road wheel in the trunk), or nearby
radio interference source, or excessive wheel sensor temperatures,
or unrecognized wheel sensors mounted.
7 The tire inflation pressure monitor is defective or a wheel without
proper sensor was installed. Visit your authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.Wa r n i n g !
Do not drive with a flat tire. A flat tire affects the
ability to steer or brake the vehicle. You may lose
control of the vehicle. Continued driving with a flat
tire will cause excessive heat build-up and possibly
a fire.
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