Anti brake system (ABS)Read and observe
on page 34 first.
If the warning light
is illuminated , there is a fault in the ABS.
The following message is shown in the information cluster display. Error: ABS
ABS ERROR
The vehicle will only be braked by the normal brake system without the ABS.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
WARNING■ A fault to the ABS system or the braking system can increase the vehi-
cle's braking distance – there is a risk of an accident occurring!■
If warning light
illuminates simultaneously with warning light
» page 34 ,
Brake system ,
do not continue your journey! Seek help
from a specialist garage.
Rear fog light
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
The warning light
lights up when the rear fog light is switched on.
Exhaust inspection system
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
If the warning light
is illuminated , there is a fault in the exhaust inspection
system. The system allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
Glow plug system (diesel engine)
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
There is a fault in the glow plug system if the warning light
does not come
on or lights up continuously .
If the warning light begins
to flash while driving, a fault exists in the engine
control. The system allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
Engine performance check (petrol engine)
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
If the warning light
illuminates , there is a fault in the engine control. The
system allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
Airbag system
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
Fault with airbag system
If the warning light
is illuminated and the following message appears in the
instrument cluster display, there is a fault with the airbag system.
Error: Airbag
AIRBAG ERROR
The functionality of the airbag system is monitored automatically even if one
of the airbags is switched off.
The front passenger airbag has been disabled with the key switch
› The warning light
lights up for about 4 seconds after the ignition has been
switched on.
› The warning light
beneath the text
in the centre of the
dash panel lights up after the ignition is switched on » page 21, Switching off
the front passenger airbag .
One of the airbags or a belt tensioner has been disabled by the diagnostic tool
› The warning light
lights up for approximately 4 seconds after the ignition
is switched on and then flashes again for approximately 12 seconds.
› The following message is shown in the information cluster display.
Airbag / belt tensioner deactivated.
AIRBAG/ BELT TENSIONER OFF
WARNINGIf a fault in the airbag system occurs, there is a risk of the system not being
triggered in the event of an accident! Therefore, this must be checked im-
mediately by a specialized garage.36Operation
