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TiresDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsCheck
tires,then
restart
Run Flat
Indicator.There has been a warning message about a loss in the tire
inflation pressure and the tire pressure loss warning system
was not restarted yet.XMake sure the correct tire inflation pressure is set for each
tire.XThen restart the tire pressure loss warning system
( Y page 237).Run Flat
IndicatorInoperativ
eThe tire pressure loss warning system is malfunctioning.XHave the tire pressure loss warning system checked at an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.Tire
PressureCheck
TiresThe tire pressure loss warning system indicates that the tire
inflation pressure is too low in at least one tire.XCarefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abrupt
steering and braking maneuvers. Observe the traffic
situation around you.XCheck the tires and, if necessary, change the wheel
( Y page 336).XCheck and adjust tire inflation pressure as required
( Y page 237).XRestart the tire pressure loss warning system after
adjusting the tire inflation pressure values ( Y page 237).Tire
pressure
displayed
afterdriving
for a few
minutes.The tire inflation pressure is being checked by the Advanced
TPMS.XDrive the vehicle for a few minutes.Tire
Pressure
MonitorInoperativ
eThe Advanced TPMS is malfunctioning.XHave the Advanced TPMS checked at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.Tire
Pressure
MonitorInoperativ
e No
Wheel
SensorsThere are wheels without appropriate wheel sensors mounted
(e.g. winter tires).XHave the Advanced TPMS checked at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.XHave the appropriate wheel sensors installed at an
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Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsTire
Pressure
MonitorWheel
Sensor
MissingAt least one sensor is defect (e.g. battery is empty).
The respective tire is indicated by – – instead of the tire
inflation pressure in the multifunction display.XHave the Advanced TPMS checked at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.XHave the wheel sensors installed at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.At least one wheel without appropriate wheel sensors is
mounted (e.g. spare tire).
The respective tire is indicated by – – instead of the tire
inflation pressure in the multifunction display.XHave the Advanced TPMS checked at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.XHave the wheel sensors installed at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.Tire
Pressure
MonitorCurrently
Unavailabl
eThe Advanced TPMS cannot monitor the tire inflation pressure
due to a nearby radio interference source or insufficient
power supply.
As soon as the causes of the malfunction have been rectified,
the Advanced TPMS becomes active again automatically after
a few minutes of driving.Tire
Pressure(s
) Please
CorrectThe tire inflation pressure is too low in at least one tire.
or
The tire inflation pressures of the individual tires differ from
each other significantly.
The tire inflation pressure values are shown in the
multifunction display.XCheck and correct tire inflation pressure as required
( Y page 237).XRestart the Advanced TMPS ( Y page 241).Caution:
Tire
DefectAt least one tire is deflating.
The respective tire is indicated in the multifunction display.XCarefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abrupt
steering and braking maneuvers.XIf necessary, change the wheel ( Y page 336).298Vehicle status messages in the multifunction displayPractical hints
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Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsCheck
Tire(s)The tire inflation pressure in at least one tire is significantly
below the reference value.
The respective tire is indicated in the multifunction display.XCarefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abrupt
steering and braking maneuvers.XCheck and adjust tire inflation pressure as required.XIf necessary, change the wheel ( Y page 336).GWarning!
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.
GWarning!
Follow recommended tire inflation pressures.
Do not underinflate tires. Underinflated tires wear excessively and/or unevenly, adversely affect
handling and fuel economy, and are more likely to fail from being overheated.
Do not overinflate tires. Overinflated tires can adversely affect handling and ride comfort, wear
unevenly, increase stopping distance, and result in sudden deflation (blowout) because they are
more likely to become punctured or damaged by road debris, potholes etc.
Symbol messages
Brake
Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions#Brake WearThe brake pads have reached their wear limit.XHave the brake pads replaced as soon as possible.
!
Brake pad thickness must be visually inspected by a qualified technician at the intervals
specified in the Maintenance Booklet.
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Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions$
(USA only)
J
(Canada
only)EBV, ABS,
ESP
Inoperativ
e See
Operator’s
ManualThe brake system is still functioning normally but due to a
malfunction, the ABS, the BAS, the EBP, the ESP ®
, and the
PRE-SAFE ®
system are unavailable.XContinue driving with added caution. Wheels may lock
during hard braking, reducing steering capability.XAdjust driving to be consistent with reduced braking
responsiveness.XHave the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center as soon as possible.$
(USA only)
!
(Canada
only)Release
Parking
BrakeYou are driving with the parking brake engaged. In addition
an acoustic warning sounds.XRelease the parking brake.$
(USA only)
J
(Canada
only)Check
Brake
Fluid
LevelThere is insufficient brake fluid in the reservoir.
Risk of accident!XStop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe
to do so.XEngage the parking brakeXDo not drive any further.XContact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call
Roadside Assistance.
Do not add brake fluid! This will not solve the problem.
GWarning!
Driving with the message Check Brake Fluid Level displayed can result in an accident. Have
your brake system checked immediately.
Do not add brake fluid before checking the brake system. Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can
result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catching fire. You can be
seriously burned.
! If you find that the brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir has fallen to the minimum mark
or below, have the brake system checked for brake pad thickness and leaks.
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Safety systemsDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsGTele Aid
Inoperativ
eOne or more main functions of the Tele Aid system are
malfunctioning.XHave the Tele Aid system checked at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.+Restraint
Sys.
Malfunctio
n
Service
RequiredThe system is malfunctioning.XDrive with added caution to the nearest authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center and have the system checked
immediately.GWarning!
In the event a malfunction of the SRS is
indicated as outlined above, the SRS may not
be operational.
For your safety, we strongly recommend that
you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center immediately to have the system
checked. Otherwise the SRS may not be
activated when needed in an accident, which
could result in serious or fatal injury, or it
might deploy unexpectedly and unnecessarily
which could also result in injury.
Driving systems
Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsÁLevel
Selection
Not
PermittedThe selected vehicle level cannot be adjusted, because
R you are driving too fast for the desired vehicle level
R you are towing a trailer
R you are using accessories that are connected to the trailer
power socket, e.g. a bicycle rackXReduce vehicle speed and set the desired vehicle level
again ( Y page 159).XObserve the notes on trailer towing ( Y page 269).ÁMalfunctio
nThe air suspension is malfunctioning.XDo not drive faster than 50 mph (80 km/h).XHave the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz
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Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsÁCompressor
Cooling
DownYou have selected a higher vehicle level. Due to frequent level
changes within a short period, the compressor must cool
down first.
! When the message Compressor Cooling Down appears
in the multifunction display, driving is still possible. Keep in
mind that the ride height of the vehicle is not yet reached,
so you can damage the underbody of the vehicle.XLet the compressor cool down until the message
disappears.
The selected level will be set once the compressor has
cooled down.ÁRising
Max. 12
MPHThe vehicle is adjusting to off-road level 3.XDo not drive faster than 12 mph (20 km/h).ÁMax. 12
MPHYou are driving while using off-road level 3. The message
reminds you of the maximum speed at which you may drive
with off-road level 3.XDo not drive faster than 12 mph (20 km/h).ÆBeing
lowered
Max. 12
MPHThe vehicle is being lowered from off-road level 3 to off-road
level 2.XDo not drive faster than 12 mph
(20 km/h) until the off-road level 2 is reached.ÆReduce
speed to
under
12 MPHYou are driving too fast for the set vehicle level.GWarning!
Adapt your driving style to the modified driving conditions.
Avoid extreme, quick steering maneuvers. Please keep in
mind that the driving characteristics of the vehicle have been
modified. You should therefore drive in off-road level 3 with
particular caution as it could otherwise lead to an accident
and/or serious injury to you or others.
XDo not drive faster than 12 mph
(20 km/h) until the off-road level 2 is reached.8Locking
System
Inoperativ
e Service
RequiredThe differential locks are malfunctioning.XDo not drive faster than 50 mph (80 km/h).XHave the vehicle checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz
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Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions8Diff.
Lock
System
Overheated
- Wait
briefly.The differential locks are too hot and have been deactivated
as a result.XContinue driving with added caution. The lock function is
unavailable.XWait for the lock system to cool down.
The differential locks will be reactivated as soon as they
have cooled down.8Stop
vehicle,
engage
parking
brake.A shifting procedure could not be completed. LOW RANGE is
in neutral position. There is no connection between the engine
and the drive wheels.XDo not attempt to continue driving. You could otherwise
damage the vehicle’s drivetrain.XStop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe
to do so.XEngage the parking brake.XPerform the shifting procedure again ( Y page 120).ÅService
Required
If parked
engage
pk. brake.The LOW RANGE system is malfunctioning.XDo not drive faster than 50 mph (80 km/h).XEngage the parking brake if parked.XContact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.ÅMax.
Speed
25 MPHSpeed too high for shifting procedure.XContinue driving more slowly.
The shifting procedure will be performed.ÅMax.
Speed
40 MPHSpeed too high for shifting procedure.XContinue driving more slowly.
The shifting procedure will be performed.ÅShift
briefly
into N.You have reduced engine speed, but the automatic
transmission is not in neutral position N.XBriefly shift automatic transmission to neutral position N.ÅShifting
Process
Canceled
ReactivateThe shifting procedure was not carried out.XRepeat the shifting procedure if desired.ÃInoperativ
eDownhill Speed Regulation is malfunctioning.XHave the Downhill Speed Regulation checked at an
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VehicleDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsEYou are driving with the hood or the tailgate open.XStop the vehicle in a safe location as soon as it is safe to
do so.XClose the hood ( Y page 229) or the tailgate ( Y page 75).
There is otherwise danger of an accident.
You are trying to lock the vehicle with the KEYLESS-GO
function with a door or the tailgate open.XClose all doors and/or the tailgate ( Y page 75).;You are driving with at least one door open.XClose all doors.+Key
Detected
In VehicleA SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO left in the vehicle was
recognized while trying to lock the vehicle from the outside.XTake the SmartKey out of the vehicle.+Don’t
Forget
Your KeyThis message appears for a maximum of 60 seconds if the
driver’s door is opened with the engine turned off and no
SmartKey in the starter switch. This message is only a
reminder.XTake the SmartKey with you when leaving the vehicle.+Remove KeyYou have forgotten to remove the SmartKey.XRemove the SmartKey from the starter switch.+You need
a new key.The SmartKey is malfunctioning.XContact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.+Key Does
Not
Belong to
VehicleThe SmartKey in the starter switch does not belong to the
vehicle.XFind the SmartKey that belongs to the vehicle to operate
the vehicle.+Change
Key
BatteriesThe batteries in the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO are
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