2002 MERCEDES-BENZ E55AMG warning light

234 Malfunction and indicator lamps
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Malfunction and indicator lamps
in the instrument cluster
General information:
If a bulb in the instrument cluster fails to light up
during the bulb self-check when turning the electronic
key in steering lock to position 2, have it checked and
replaced if necessary.
On-board diagnostic system
Check engine malfunction indicator lamp
Engine malfunction indicator lamp. If the
“CHECK ENGINE” malfunction indicator
lamp comes on when the engine is running,
it indicates a malfunction of the fuel management
system, emission control system, systems which impact
emissions, or the fuel cap is not closed tight (check the
fuel cap). If the “CHECK ENGINE” lamp is illuminated
continuously and the vehicle is driving normally, you
may still drive the vehicle, however, in all cases, we
recommend that you have the system checked at your
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. If the “CHECK ENGINE” lamp comes on continuously
and / or the vehicle is not driving normally, serious
damage can occur to the emission system. Please
contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
immediately.
The Sequential Multiport Fuel Injection (SFI) control
module monitors emission control components that
either provide input signals to or receive output signals
from the control module. Malfunctions resulting from
interruptions or failure of any of these components are
indicated by the “CHECK ENGINE” malfunction
indicator lamp in the instrument cluster and are
simultaneously stored in the SFI control module.
If the “CHECK ENGINE” malfunction indicator lamp
comes on, have the system checked at your authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
With some exceptions, the control module switches off
the “CHECK ENGINE” malfunction indicator lamp if the
condition, causing the lamp to come on, no longer exists
during three consecutive cycles. See also page 236 for
fuel cap placement warning.
CHECK
ENGINE
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237 Malfunction and indicator lamps
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cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Electronic stability program (ESP) — warning lamp
The yellow ESP warning lamp in the
speedometer dial comes on with the
electronic key in steering lock position 2.
It should go out with engine running.
See page 219 and 220 if the warning lamp lights up or
flashes when the vehicle is moving.BAS / ESP malfunction indicator lamp
The malfunction indicator lamp for the ESP
is combined with that of the BAS.
The yellow BAS / ESP malfunction indicator
lamp in the instrument cluster comes on with the
electronic key in steering lock position 2. It should go
out with the engine running.
If the BAS / ESP malfunction indicator lamp remains
illuminated with the engine running, see page 215 for
notes on brake assist system (BAS) and page 220 for
notes on electronic stability program (ESP).
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240 Malfunction and warning messages
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Malfunction and warning messages in the
multifunction display
Malfunction and warning messages for the following
systems will be displayed immediately in the
multifunction display.
These messages can be cleared from the instrument
cluster by:
•using the J button on the instrument cluster, or
•pressing buttonj, k, è or ÿ on the
multifunction steering wheel.
They are then stored in the malfunction message
memory. See page 108. Notes:
Certain malfunction and warning messages are
accompanied by an audible signal.
Malfunction and warning messages in red are always
accompanied by an audible signal.
Temporary messages such as “SWITCH OFF LIGHTS”
will not be stored in the malfunction message memory.
Wa r n i n g !
All messages contain important information which
should be taken note of and, where malfunction
indicated, addressed as soon as possible at an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.Failure to repair condition noted may cause
damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty, or result in property damage or personal
injury.
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248 Malfunction and warning messages
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LIGHTING SYSTEMWhen the message appears after starting the engine, or
if it come on while driving, this indicates a failure in the
parking lamp, taillamp, stop lamp, or low beam
headlamp. See page 288 for instructions on replacing
bulbs.
If an exterior lamp fails, the message will appear only
when that lamp is switched on.
If a brake lamp fails, the message will appear when
applying the brake and stays on until the engine is
turned off.
Note:
If additional lighting is installed (e.g. auxiliary
headlamps etc.) be certain to connect into the fuse
before the failure indicator monitoring unit order to
avoid damaging the system.
Line 1 Line 2
LAMP DEFECTIVE CHECK LAMPS!
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE VISIT WORKSHOP!
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249 Malfunction and warning messages
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With the electronic key removed and the driver’s door
open, a warning sounds and the message “SWITCH OFF
LIGHTS!” appears in the multifunction indicator if the
vehicle’s exterior lamps (except standing lamps) are not
switched off.REMOVE KEY
This message plus an audible alarm indicate that the
electronic key is in steering lock position 0 or 1, and the
driver’s door is open.
Line 1 Line 2
SWITCH OFF LIGHTS!
Line 1 Line 2
REMOVE KEY!
P54.30-3573-21
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283 Jump starting
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cluster displayPractical hintsCar care Index Jump start the vehicle by using the battery terminals
located under hood.
Proceed as follows:
1. Position the vehicle with the charged battery so that
the jumper cables will reach, but never let the
vehicles touch. Make sure the jumper cables do not
have loose or missing insulation.
2. On both vehicles:
•Turn off engine and all lights and accessories,
except hazard warning flashers or work lights.
•Apply parking brake and shift selector lever to
position “P”.
Important!
3. Lift cover (1) and clamp one end of the first jumper
cable to the positive (+) under hood terminal (2) of
the discharged battery and the other end to the
positive (+) terminal of the charged battery. Make
sure the cable clamps do not touch any other metal
parts.
4. Clamp one end of the second jumper cable to the
grounded negative (–) terminal of the charged
battery and the final connection to the negative (–)
under hood terminal (3) of the disabled vehicle.
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335 Index
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HHazard warning flasher switch ................................... 125
Head restraints
Front seat ..................................................................... 51
Rear seat ....................................................................... 52
Synchronizing ............................................................. 47
Headlamp cleaning system .......................................... 121
Headlights ....................................................................... 122
Heated seats ..................................................................... 54
High beams
Combination switch .................................................. 122
Hood ................................................................................. 259IIdentification labels ....................................................... 313
Illuminated vanity mirrors ........................................... 161
Indicator lamps
in the instrument cluster .................................. 88, 234
Individual settings ..........................................................110
Infant and child restraint systems ................................ 77
Information call
See Tele Aid ............................................................... 178
Instrument cluster ........................................................... 86
Activating ..................................................................... 89Illumination ................................................................. 89
Indicator lamps ............................................................ 88
Instruments and controls ............................................... 18
Interior
General notes ............................................................. 162
Interior lighting .............................................................. 159
JJump starting ................................................................. 282KKeys, changing batteries .............................................. 294
Keys, vehicle .....................................................................24LLamps
Replacing bulbs ........................................................ 288
Lamps, exterior
Fog lamps ...........................................................119, 292
Headlamps ........................................119, 248, 289, 306
Parking lamps ........................................... 119, 291, 292
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336 Index
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Side marker lamp, front ................................... 119, 293
Standing lamps ......................................... 119, 291, 292
Taillamps .......................................... 119, 248, 292, 306
Layout of poly-V-belt drive ............................................ 315
LIGHT SENSOR -
malfunction and warning messages ......................249
Lighter ............................................................................. 168
LIGHTING SYSTEM -
malfunction and warning messages ......................248
Limp home mode ........................................................... 201
Locking and unlocking ................................................... 29
Low beams
Exterior lamps ...........................................................288
MMaintenance ................................................................... 177
Malfunction and indicator lamp
in the center console ................................................239
Malfunction and indicator lamps
in the instrument cluster .........................................234
Malfunction and warning messages ...........................240
ABS-SYSTEM ............................................................. 243
BATTERY / ALTERNATOR .......................................242
BRAKE ASSIST ..........................................................243
BRAKE FLUID ............................................................244BRAKE LINING WEAR ............................................ 244
COOLANT (coolant level) ........................................ 246
COOLANT TEMP. ...................................................... 247
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (engine control unit) ......... 241
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (several systems) ................ 241
ELEC. STABIL. PROG. .............................................. 253
ENGINE FAN ............................................................. 245
ENGINE OIL LEVEL .................................................. 251
LIGHT SENSOR ......................................................... 249
LIGHTING SYSTEM .................................................. 248
PARKING BRAKE ..................................................... 245
REMOVE KEY ........................................................... 249
STEERING GEAR OIL ............................................... 250
TELE AID ................................................................... 253
WASHER FLUID ........................................................ 252
Malfunction message memory .................................... 108
Manual release for fuel filler flap .............................. 299
Mechanical key, Electronic key .....................................25
Mechanical keys ...............................................................32
Memory ................................................................ 48, 81, 84
Recalling ....................................................................... 49
Storing ...........................................................................48
Mirror, exterior, adjusting .............................................. 83
Mirror, exterior, rear view .............................................. 83
Mirror, inside, rear view .................................................82
Multicontour seat ............................................................. 53
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