Mercedes-Benz 2011 SLS AMG - Manual (Page 392)

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
F (USA only)
! (Canada only)
The red indicator lamp
for the electronic
parking brake flashes
and/or the yellow
warning lamp for the
electronic parking
brake is on. The electronic parking brake is malfunctioning or defective.
X Read and observe messages that may appear in the
multifunction display (
Y page 364).
X Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center as soon as possible.
$ (USA only)
J (Canada only)
The red brake warning
lamp comes on while
the engine is running
and an acoustic
warning sounds. There is insufficient brake fluid in the reservoir.
Risk of accident!
X Do not drive any further. Stop the vehicle in a safe location as
soon as it is safe to do so.
X Engage the electronic parking brake.
X Read and observe messages that may appear in the
multifunction display (
Y page 364).
X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Do not add brake fluid! This will not solve the problem.
G Warning!
Driving with the brake warning lamp illuminated can result in an accident. Have your brake system
checked immediately if the brake warning lamp stays on. 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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