Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class 2015 Owners Manual - Manual (Page 222)

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions
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Check Brake Fluid Check Brake Fluid
Level Level
There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir.
In addition, the $ (USA only)/J (Canada only) warning
lamp lights up in the instrument cluster and a warning tone
sounds.
G WARNING
The braking effect may be impaired.
There is a risk of an accident.
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 Secure the vehicle against rolling away (
Y
page 161).
X Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
X Do not add brake fluid. This does not correct the malfunction.
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J
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Brake Immediately Brake Immediately
A malfunction has occurred while the HOLD function or DIS-
TRONIC PLUS is active.
A tone may also sound at regular intervals. If you attempt to lock
the vehicle, the tone becomes louder.
You cannot start the engine.
X
Paying attention to the traffic situation, immediately depress the
brake pedal firmly and hold until the display message disap-
pears.
X
Prevent the vehicle from rolling away before you leave it
(
Y
page 161).
You can restart the engine.
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Check Brake Pad Check Brake Pad
Wear Wear
The brake pads/linings have reached their wear limit.
X Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
G
mbrace Inoperative mbrace Inoperative
One or more main features of the mbrace system are malfunc-
tioning.
X Have the mbrace system checked immediately at a qualified
specialist workshop.
PRE-SAFE PRE-SAFE
Inoperative See
Inoperative See
Operator's Manual Operator's Manual
Important functions of PRE-SAFE ® have failed. All other occupant
safety systems, e.g. air bags, remain available.
X Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
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