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64CHECK buttonThe button has the following functions:
Activating the digital clock and the odometer
When the ignition is switched off, the odometer and the digital clock with
date display can be enabled for a few seconds by pressing the button
⇒ fig. 43 .
Starting check procedure (auto-check control)
The auto-check control ⇒page 75 checks important components and vehicle
systems. These background checks are run constantly, as long as the ignition
is switched on.
You can start the “check procedure” manually by pressing the button
with the ignition switched on. This function check can be started with the
engine either switched off or running, but not at road speeds above 5 km/h. Calling up driver messages
If a Priority 1 symbol flashes in the display
⇒page 75, or if the bulb monitor
detects a failure of one of the lights ⇒page 82, the relevant driver informa-
tion can be called up again by briefly pressing the button. For
example:
Switch off engine, check oil level
The message will disappear from the display after about 5 seconds.
Setting the speed warning
You can press the button to set speed limit warning 1 ⇒page 83,
“Setting speed limit warning 1” while the vehicle is moving. Speed limit
warning 2* ⇒ page 84, “Setting speed limit warning 2” can only be set when
the ignition is switched off .
Fig. 43 Detailed view of
the instrument panel:
CHECK button
CHECK
CHECKCHECK
CHECK
CHECK
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Safety First
Operating Instructions
Practical Tips
Technical Specifications
Warning and indicator lampsGeneral description
The warning and indicator lamps indicate a number of
different functions and possible faults.Fig. 44 Instrument panel with warning and indicator lamps
Note
A number of functions are monitored by the auto-check control ⇒page 75. If
a malfunction should occur, this will be shown by the display in the instru-
ment panel either with a red symbol (priority 1 - danger) or a yellow symbol
(priority 2 - warning).
Exhaust emission control system
⇒ page 66
T
Airbag system
⇒page 66
~
Tyr e pre ssu re too low
⇒page 66
Cruise control
⇒page 67
Trailer turn signals
⇒page 67
J
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
⇒page 67
h
Seat belt warning
⇒page 68
Left turn signals
⇒page 68
!
Electronic Stability Programme (ESP)
⇒page 68
F
Alternator
⇒page 69
Main beam headlights
⇒page 69
% 0 #
Engine management (alternative to
D)
⇒page 69
D
Glow plug system (alternative to
% 0 #)
⇒page 70
H
Fault in brake system / handbrake is
applied
⇒page 70
Right turn signals
⇒page 68
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66Exhaust emission control system
If the warning lamp lights up continuously you should take your vehicle to a
specialised workshop as soon as possible in order to have the fault repaired.
If the warning lamp flashes drive on at reduced speed and seek professional
help in order to avoid damage to the catalytic converter.
For further information on the catalytic converter, see ⇒page 193.Airbag system
T
This warning lamp monitors the airbag and belt tension
device system.The warning lamp
T should light up for a few seconds when the ignition is
switched on.
If the warning lamp does not go out, or if it lights up, flashes or flickers when
the vehicle is moving, this indicates a malfunction in the system.
WARNING
If a malfunction should occur, have the system checked immediately by a
qualified workshop. Otherwise there is a risk that the airbag system
and/or belt tensioners may not be triggered in an accident.
Tyre pressure warning lamp*
~
The tyre pressure should be corrected as soon as possible if
it is too low.
Fig. 45 Display: system
faultFig. 46 Display: warning
message
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