2010 MERCEDES-BENZ S CLASS park assist

GWarning!
If the 007F007D indicator lamp remains illuminated with an adult occupant on the front
passenger seat even after performing the above corrective steps, do not have any passenger use
the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired.Driving systems
Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and 0050 SolutionsABCMalfunctio
n Stop
VehicleYou have started driving although the vehicle level is still too
low.
The vehicle is being raised. The ABC message goes out after
a few seconds.XStop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe
to do so.XWait until the message disappears from the multifunction
display.
You may then drive off.ABCMalfunctio
n Stop
VehicleThe vehicle is losing oil.
The ABC message appears continuously.XStop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe
to do so.XEngage the electronic parking brake.XCall Roadside Assistance.
or
XContact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.ABCMalfunctio
n Stop
VehicleThe ABC is malfunctioning.
The ABC message appears continuously.XDo not turn steering wheel too far to avoid damaging the
front fenders.XListen for scraping noises.XDo not drive faster than 50 mph (80 km/h).XContact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.ABCMalfunctio
nThe capability of the ABC system is restricted. This can impair
handling.XDo not drive faster than 50 mph (80 km/h).XContact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
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Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and 0050 SolutionsLane
Keeping
AssistCurrently
Unavailabl
e See
Oper.
ManualThe Lane Keeping Assist is temporarily unavailable.
The Lane Keeping Assist is deactivated because:
R the windshield in front of the camera is dirty
R its function is impaired as a result of heavy precipitation or
fog
R lane markings are not present for an extended period of
time
R lane markings are worn, dark, or covered by dirt or snow
for example
The Lane Keeping Assist becomes operational again and the
message in the multifunction display disappears when:
R dirt on the windshield has fallen off while driving (e.g. slush
or snow)
R the system recognizes full camera availabilityXIf necessary, clean the windshield in front of the camera
( Y page 445).Lane
Keeping
AssistInoperativ
eThe Lane Keeping Assist is malfunctioning.XContact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Vehicle
Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and 0050 SolutionsApply
Braketo Shift
from 'P'You have attempted to shift the automatic transmission into
drive position D, reverse gear R or neutral position N without
depressing the brake pedal.XDepress the brake pedal.Door OpenVehicle
Not in
ParkYou have opened the driver’s door and the automatic
transmission is still in drive position D, reverse gear R or
neutral position N.XBefore you leave the vehicle, make sure the automatic
transmission is in park position P and the electronic parking
brake is engaged.462Vehicle status messages in the multifunction displayPractical hints
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Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and 0050 SolutionsService
RequiredDo Not
Shift
GearsThe automatic transmission cannot be shifted out of the
current transmission position because of a malfunction.
If the automatic transmission is in drive position D:XWithout shifting the automatic transmission out of drive
position D, drive to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
If the automatic transmission is set to neutral position N,
reverse gear R or park position P:
XDo not drive.XContact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call
Roadside Assistance.Only
Shift to
Position
'P' When
Vehicle
Is
StationaryYou have attempted to shift the automatic transmission into
park position P although the vehicle was still in motion.XStop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.XShift the automatic transmission to park position P.XEngage the electronic parking brake.Shift to
P or Nto Start
EngineYou have attempted to start the engine while the automatic
transmission was in reverse gear R or drive position D.XShift the automatic transmission into park position P or
neutral position N. Make sure the brake pedal is depressed.Auxiliary
Battery
(message
appears in
white)Malfunctio
nThe backup battery for the automatic transmission is no
longer charging.XContact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.Auxiliary
Battery
(message
appears in
red)Malfunctio
nThe backup battery for the automatic transmission is
discharged. In case of failure of the on-board electrical
system, you may not be able change transmission positions.XStop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe
to do so.XEngage the electronic parking brake.XDo not drive any further.XContact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call
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Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and 0050 Solutions0049
(USA only)
0024
(Canada
only)Parking
Brake
Inoperativ
eWhen you engage or release the electronic parking brake, the
red indicator lamp for the electronic parking brake flashes
and goes out after approx. 10 seconds. The yellow warning
lamp for the electronic parking brake comes on.
The electronic parking brake is malfunctioning.XSwitch ignition off and back on again, and engage or release
electronic parking brake.
If the electronic parking brake cannot be engaged:
XShift the automatic transmission to park position P
( Y page 317).XProtect vehicle from rolling away while parked by using a
chock from the vehicle tool kit ( Y page 450).XContact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.0027
(USA only)
004D
(Canada
only)Service
See Oper.
ManualS 600 and S 65 AMG only:
The brake system sensors are malfunctioning. The brake
system continues to function normally with full brake force
boost.XContinue driving with added caution.XHave the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center as soon as possible.0027
(USA only)
004D
(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 brake.XDo 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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Driving systemsDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and 0050 Solutions00ABVehicle
Rising
Please
Wait
BrieflyVehicles with AIRMATIC:
The vehicle level is too low.XWait until the message disappears from the multifunction
display.00ABSTOP Car
Too LowYou have started driving although the vehicle level was too
low.
The vehicle will be raised.XStop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.XEngage the electronic parking brake.XWait until the message disappears from the multifunction
display.
You may then drive off.00ABSTOP Car
Too LowThe AIRMATIC is malfunctioning.XAvoid excessive steering maneuvers. The fenders or tires
could otherwise be damaged. Listen for scraping noises.XStop and press the vehicle level control switch to select a
higher vehicle level ( Y page 343).XDo not drive faster than 50 mph (80 km/h).XContact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.
There is otherwise danger of an accident.
00ABMalfunctio
nThe capability of the AIRMATIC system is restricted. This can
impair the handling.XDo not drive faster than 50 mph (80 km/h).XHave the vehicle checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.00AFAttention
Assist
Time for
a rest?The ATTENTION ASSIST has determined that your
concentration has declined considering certain criteria. In
addition, an acoustic warning sounds.XTake a rest if required.
During long trips, take regular and duly rests that allow you
to recover sufficiently.
00AFAttention
Assist
Inoperativ
eThe ATTENTION ASSIST is malfunctioning.XContact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
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Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and 0050 Solutions00B0Night
View
Assist
Inoperativ
eThe Night View Assist Plus is malfunctioning.XContact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.00B0Night
View
Assist
Currently
Unavailabl
eThe temperature of the Night View Assist Plus camera is too
high ( Y page 356).XWait until the message Night View Assist Available
Again appears.
In addition you can:
XSwing the camera cover down ( Y page 444).XAdjust the air distribution of the climate control so that air
flows upward ( Y page 212).00B0Night
View
Assist
Lights
Must Be
Set to
AUTO or ONYou have tried to switch on Night View Assist Plus, but the
exterior lamp switch is not set to 0066 or 0064 .XTurn the exterior lamp switch to 0066 or 0064
( Y page 298).00B0Night
View
Assist
Not In
Reverse
GearYou have tried to switch on Night View Assist Plus while the
automatic transmission was in reverse gear R.XShift the automatic transmission to park position P, neutral
position N or drive position D (Y page 317).00B0Night
View
Assist
Lights ON
or AUTO,
Not in R
GearYou have tried to switch on Night View Assist Plus, but the
exterior lamp switch is not set to 0066 or 0064 .
In addition, the automatic transmission is in reverse gear R.XTurn the exterior lamp switch to 0066 or 0064
( Y page 298).XShift the automatic transmission to park position P, neutral
position N or drive position D (Y page 317).00B0Night
View
Assist
Only When
It Is DarkYou have tried to switch on Night View Assist Plus by daylight.
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necessary safety information and warning for
the operation of your vehicle.
! To prevent damage during transport, do
not tie down vehicle by its chassis or
suspension parts.
If circumstances do not permit the
recommended towing methods, the vehicle
may be towed with all wheels on the ground
or front axle raised (except vehicles with
4MATIC) only so far as necessary to have the
vehicle moved to a safe location where the
recommended towing methods can be
employed.
! Before towing the vehicle observe the
following instructions:
RDo not tow-start the vehicle. You could
otherwise seriously damage the
automatic transmission which is not
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.
RDo not tow with sling-type equipment.
Towing with sling-type equipment over
bumpy roads will damage radiator and
supports.
RTowing of the vehicle should only be
done using the properly installed towing
eye bolt. Never attach a tow cable, tow
rope or tow rod to the vehicle chassis,
frame or suspension parts.
GWarning!
With the engine not running, there is no power
assistance for the brake and steering
systems. In this case, it is important to keep
in mind that a considerably higher degree of
effort is necessary to brake and steer the
vehicle. Adapt your driving accordingly.
! Avoid pulling the vehicle abruptly or
diagonally, since it could result in damage
to the chassis alignment.
! Do not use the towing eye bolt for
recovery, as this could damage the vehicle.
If in doubt, recover the vehicle with a crane.
iIf the battery is disconnected or
discharged
Rthe SmartKey will not turn in the starter
switch
Rthe automatic transmission will remain in
park position P
For more information see “Battery”
(Y page 512) or “Jump starting”
(Y page 514).
Installing towing eye bolt
Depending on whether you are towing a
vehicle or you are being towed, the towing eye
bolt can be screwed into threaded holes
which are located behind covers on each
bumper.
The towing eye bolt is supplied with the
vehicle tool kit, located underneath the trunk
floor (Y page 450).
XTake the vehicle tool kit out of the trunk.
Removing cover in front bumper
XPress mark on cover \000F as indicated by the
arrow.
XLift cover \000F off to reveal the threaded hole
for the towing eye bolt.
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determined and remedied by an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
! Switch off the vehicle’s internal electrical
functions when you are working on the
fuses.
A blown fuse must be replaced by an
appropriate spare fuse (recognizable by its
color or the fuse rating given on the fuse) of
the amperage recommended in the fuse
chart. Any Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad
to advise you on this subject.
iIn case of a blown fuse contact Roadside
Assistance or an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center.
If a newly inserted fuse blows again, have the
cause determined and rectified by an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
The fuse chart is located in the trunk with the
vehicle tool kit (Y page 450). The fuse chart
explains the fuse allocation and fuse
amperages.
Before replacing fuses
XEngage the electronic parking brake.XMake sure the automatic transmission is in
park position P.
The transmission position indicator in the
multifunction display should be on P.
XSwitch off all electrical consumers.XTurn off the engine.
Fuse box in passenger compartment
! Do not use sharp objects such as a
screwdriver to open the fuse box cover in
the dashboard. You could damage the fuse
box cover or the dashboard.
Fuse box on driver’s side
Fuse box on passenger side
XOpen the respective door.XUsing your hands, pull cover \000F in direction
of arrow and remove it.
XClosing: Hook fuse box cover \000F into the
opening at the front.
! The fuse box cover must be properly
positioned as described. Otherwise,
moisture or dirt could enter the fuse box
and possibly impair fuse operation.
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