2014 MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class warning light

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and
0050
0050Solutions 00AB
Malfunction Malfunction The AIRMATIC function is restricted. The vehicle's handling
characteristics may be affected.
X
Do not drive at speeds above 50 mph (80 km/h).
X Visit a qualified specialist workshop. ABC Malfunction ABC Malfunction
Stop Vehicle Stop Vehicle The Active Body Control (ABC) vehicle level is too low.
X
Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions.
After a few seconds, the vehicle level is adjusted and the display
message disappears. The vehicle is leaking oil.
The display message is shown continuously.
X
Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driving
under any circumstances.
X Consult a qualified specialist workshop. The display message is shown continuously.
Active Body Control (ABC) is malfunctioning.
X
Do not drive at speeds above 50 mph (80 km/h).
X Make only slight steering movements. Otherwise, the front
fender or the tires could be damaged if the steering movement
is too large.
X Listen for scraping sounds.
X Visit a qualified specialist workshop. ABC ABC
Vehicle
Vehicle Rising
Rising
Please
Please Wait
WaitBriefly
Briefly The vehicle level is too low when the vehicle is stationary. A
warning tone also sounds.
X
Do not pull away.
The vehicle level is set when the display message disappears. ABC Malfunction ABC Malfunction The Active Body Control (ABC) function is restricted. The vehicle's
handling characteristics may be affected.
X
Do not drive at speeds above 50 mph (80 km/h).
X Visit a qualified specialist workshop. 288
Display
messagesOn-board computer and displays

Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster
Safety
Seat belts Warning/
indicator
lamp 0051 0051
Signal type
Possible causes/consequences and 0050
0050Solutions 00E9
0051
After starting the engine, the red seat belt warning lamp lights up for
6 seconds.
The seat belt warning lamp reminds the driver and front passenger to fasten
their seat belts.
X Fasten your seat belt (Y page 59).00E9
0051
After starting the engine, the red seat belt warning lamp lights up. In
addition, a warning tone sounds for up to 6 seconds.
The driver's seat belt is not fastened.
X Fasten your seat belt (Y page 59).
The warning tone ceases. 00E9
0051
The red seat belt warning lamp lights up after the engine starts, as soon as
the driver's or the front-passenger door is closed.
The driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt.
X Fasten your seat belt (Y page 59).
The warning lamp goes out.
There are objects on the front-passenger seat.
X Remove the objects from the front-passenger seat and stow them in a
secure place.
The warning lamp goes out. 00E9
0051
The red seat belt warning lamp flashes and an intermittent audible warning
sounds.
The driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt. The vehicle is
being driven faster than 15 mph (25 km/h) or has briefly been driven faster
than 15 mph (25 km/h).
X Fasten your seat belt (Y page 59).
The warning lamp goes out and the intermittent warning tone ceases.
There are objects on the front-passenger seat. The vehicle is being driven
faster than 15 mph (25 km/h) or has briefly been driven faster than 15 mph
(25 km/h).
X Remove the objects from the front-passenger seat and stow them in a
secure place.
The warning lamp goes out and the intermittent warning tone ceases. 302
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument clusterOn-board computer and displays

Engine
Warning/
indicator
lamp 0051 0051
Signal type
Possible causes/consequences and 0050
0050 Solutions 00B9
0051
The yellow Check Engine warning lamp lights up while the engine is running.
There may be a malfunction, for example:
R in the engine management
R in the fuel injection system
R in the exhaust system
R in the ignition system (for vehicles with gasoline engines)
R in the fuel system
The emission limit values may be exceeded and the engine may be in
emergency mode.
X Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible at a qualified specialist
workshop.
i In some states, you must immediately visit a qualified specialist workshop
as soon as the yellow Check Engine warning lamp lights up. This is due to
the legal requirements in effect in these states. If in doubt, check whether
such legal regulations apply in the state in which you are currently driving. 00B6
0051
The yellow reserve fuel warning lamp lights up while the engine is running.
The fuel level has dropped into the reserve range.
X Refuel at the nearest gas station. 00B6
0051
The yellow reserve fuel warning lamp flashes while the vehicle is in motion.
In addition, the 00B9Check Engine warning lamp may light up.
The fuel system pressure is too low. The fuel filler cap is not closed correctly
or the fuel system is leaking.
X Check that the fuel filler cap is correctly closed.
X If the fuel filler cap is not correctly closed: close the fuel filler cap.
X If the fuel filler cap is closed: visit a qualified specialist workshop.308
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument clusterOn-board computer and displays

Warning/
indicator
lamp 0051 0051
Signal type
Possible causes/consequences and 0050
0050Solutions 00AC
0051
The red coolant warning lamp lights up while the engine is running and the
coolant temperature gauge is at the start of the bar display.
The temperature sensor for the coolant temperature gauge is defective.
The coolant temperature is no longer being monitored. There is a risk of engine
damage if the coolant temperature is too high.
X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driving under any
circumstances.
X Secure the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 190).
X Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster
309On-board computer and displays Z

Warning/
indicator
lamp 0051 0051
Signal type
Possible causes/consequences and 0050
0050Solutions X
Leave the vehicle and keep a safe distance from the vehicle until the engine
has cooled down.
X Check the coolant level and add coolant, observing the warning notes
(Y page 351).
X If you need to add coolant more often than usual, have the engine coolant
system checked.
X Make sure that the air supply to the engine radiator is not blocked, e.g. by
snow, slush or ice.
X At coolant temperatures below 248 ‡(120 †), drive to the nearest qualified
specialist workshop.
X Avoid subjecting the engine to heavy loads, e.g. driving in mountainous
terrain, and stop-and-go traffic. Driving systems
Warning/
indicator
lamp 0051 0051
Signal type
Possible causes/consequences and 0050
0050Solutions 00BA
0051
The red distance warning lamp lights up while the vehicle is in motion.
The distance to the vehicle in front is too small for the speed selected.
X Increase the distance. 00BA
0051
The red distance warning lamp lights up while the vehicle is in motion. A
warning tone also sounds.
You are approaching a vehicle or a stationary obstacle in your line of travel at
too high a speed.
X Be prepared to brake immediately.
X Pay careful attention to the traffic situation. You may have to brake or take
evasive action.
Further information on PRE-SAFE ®
Brake (Y page 78).
For further information on the distance warning function of COLLISION
PREVENTION ASSIST: (Y page 73). Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster
311On-board computer and displays Z

X
Fold out hook 0087on the underside of the
trunk floor. X
Clip hook 0087into groove 0085.
X To close: unclip hook 0087from groove 0085.
X Fasten hook 0087to the bracket on the
underside of the trunk floor.
X Fold the trunk floor down. Roof carrier
Important safety notes G
WARNING
When you load the roof, the center of gravity
of the vehicle rises and the driving
characteristics change. If you exceed the
maximum roof load, the driving
characteristics, as well as steering and
braking, will be greatly impaired. There is a
risk of an accident.
Never exceed the maximum roof load and
adjust your driving style.
The maximum roof load is 220 lbs (100 kg). !
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you
only use roof carriers that have been tested
and approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
This helps to avoid damage to the vehicle.
Position the load on the roof carrier in such
a way that the vehicle will not sustain
damage even when it is in motion.
Ensure that, depending on the vehicle's
equipment, you can raise the panorama
roof with power tilt/sliding panel fully and
open the trunk lid fully when the roof carrier
is installed.
! To avoid damaging or scratching the
covers, do not use metallic or hard objects
to open them.
An incorrectly secured roof carrier or roof
load may become detached from the vehicle.
You must therefore ensure that you observe
the roof carrier manufacturer's installation
instructions.
Vehicles with a panorama roof with
power tilt/sliding panel: the panorama roof
with power tilt/sliding panel cannot be
opened if a roof carrier is installed. The
panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel
can still be raised to allow ventilation of the
vehicle interior.
If the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding
panel makes contact with a roof carrier
approved by Mercedes-Benz, the sunroof will
lower slightly but remain raised at the rear.
Attaching the roof carrier Stowage areas
321Stowage and features Z

When you use the warming function, the
metal insert of the cup holder is heated.
Therefore, do not touch the cup holder insert.
X Turn the SmartKey to position 2in the
ignition lock (Y page 171).
X To switch on the cooling function: press
and hold button 0044until the blue indicator
lamp on the button lights up.
X To switch on the heating function: press
and hold button 0044until the red indicator
lamp on the button lights up.
X To switch off the function: press and hold
button 0044until the indicator lamp on the
button goes out.
The rubber mat can be removed for cleaning.
Clean with clear, lukewarm water only.
Do not use hard or sharp objects to clean the
cup holder. Use only a soft cloth to clean it. Sun visors
Overview G
WARNING
If the mirror cover of the vanity mirror is folded
up when the vehicle is in motion, you could be
blinded by incident light. There is a risk of an
accident.
Always keep the mirror cover folded down
while driving. 0043
Mirror light
0044 Bracket
0087 Retaining clip, e.g. for a car park ticket 0085
Vanity mirror
0083 Mirror cover
Vanity mirror in the sun visor Mirror light
0043only functions if the sun visor
is clipped into bracket 0044and mirror cover
0083 has been folded up.
Glare from the side X
Fold down sun visor 0043.
X Pull sun visor 0043out of bracket 0087.
X Swing sun visor 0043to the side.
X Slide sun visor 0043horizontally as required.
X Fold down additional sun visor 0044to the
windshield. Rear side window sunblinds
0043
Front left
0044 Front right 324
FeaturesStowage and features

X
To retract: press switch 0043beyond the
point of resistance and let go.
The roller sunblind retracts fully.
X To stop retracting: pull switch0043
upwards.
The roller sunblind stops briefly and then
extends again.
When the override feature for the rear side
windows is activated (Y page 70), the switch
0094 cannot be operated. The roller sunblind
can only be extended and retracted from the
driver's seat. Ashtray
Front ashtray X
To open: briefly press marking 0085.
Stowage compartment 0087opens.
X To remove the insert: grip the sides of
insert 0043, push it forward and pull it
upwards 0044.
X To re-install the insert: press insert0043
into the drawer until it engages.
X To close: press stowage compartment 0087
closed until it locks. Rear-compartment ashtray The ashtray is located in the stowage
compartment in the rear door. To use it, you
can place it in a cup holder or hold it in your
hand.
X
Remove the ashtray from retainer 0043in the
rear door.
X To open: fold lid0044upwards.
X To close: press lid0044downwards.
If you are not using the ashtray, close it and
place it in the retainer in the rear door. Cigarette lighter
Important safety notes G
WARNING
You can burn yourself if you touch the hot
heating element or the socket of the cigarette
lighter.
In addition, flammable materials can ignite if:
R the hot cigarette lighter falls
R a child holds the hot cigarette lighter to
objects, for example
There is a risk of fire and injury.
Always hold the cigarette lighter by the knob.
Always make sure that the cigarette lighter is
out of reach of children. Never leave children
unsupervised in the vehicle.
Your attention must always be focused on the
traffic conditions. Only use the cigarette
lighter when road and traffic conditions
permit. 326
FeaturesSto
wage an d features