Mercedes-Benz 2003 S 500 - Manual (Page 297)

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Practical hints
What to do if …?
Display Possible cause Suggested solution
ABC ACTIVE BODY CONTROL
DRIVE CAREFULLY
!
The capability of the ABC system is restrict-
ed. This can impair the handling. ̈ Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph
(80 km/h).
̈ Visit a service center as soon as pos-
sible.
The vehicle is losing oil. ̈ Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe
to do so.
ACTIVE BODY CONTROL
STOP, CAR TOO LOW! The vehicle is parked on an extremely
uneven surface. ̈ Press the vehicle level control button
to select level 2 (
୴ page 215).
ABC is malfunctioning. ̈ Stop and press the vehicle level con-
trol button to select a higher vehicle
level (
୴ page 215).
̈ Do not turn steering wheel too far to
avoid damaging the front fenders.
̈ Listen for scraping noises.
̈ Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph
(80 km/h).
̈ Visit a service center as soon as pos-
sible.
DISPLAY MALFUNCTION
VISIT WORKSHOP! The display for ABC or the ABC system it-
self is malfunctioning. ̈ Visit an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.