Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 2009 Owners Manual - Manual (Page 303)

What to do if …
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Driving systems
Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions
E The white Distronic indica-
tor lamp comes on while
driving. You are too close to the vehicle in
front of you to maintain selected
speed. X Apply the brakes immediately to increase the following distance.
E The red distance warning
lamp comes on while driv-
ing and you hear a warning
sound. You are gaining too rapidly on the
vehicle ahead of you or the dis-
tance warning system has recog-
nized a stationary obstacle on
your probable line of travel. X Apply the brakes immediately.
X Carefully observe the traffic situation. You may need to brake or
maneuver to avoid hitting an obstacle.
Vehicle
Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions
4 The yellow fuel tank
reserve warning lamp
comes on when the engine
is running. The fuel level has gone below the
reserve mark. X Refuel at the next gas station.
4 The yellow fuel tank
reserve warning lamp
comes on when the engine
is running. The fuel cap is not closed prop-
erly. X Close the fuel cap.
Practical hints
Z