Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2008 COMAND Manual - Manual (Page 635)

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Practical hints
What to do if …?
Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution
l PRE-SAFE ® Brake*: The red dis-
tance warning lamp comes on
while driving.
You are too close to the vehicle in front of
you to maintain selected speed. ̈ Apply the brakes immediately to in-
crease the following distance.
l DISTRONIC Plus* or PRE-SAFE ®
Brake*: The red distance warn-
ing lamp comes on while driving
and an acoustic warning
sounds.
You are gaining too rapidly on the vehicle
ahead of you. ̈ Apply the brakes immediately.
DISTRONIC Plus* or PRE-SAFE ® Brake* has
recognized a stationary obstacle on your
probable line of travel.
̈ Apply the brakes immediately.
̈ Carefully observe the traffic situation.
You may need to brake or maneuver to
avoid hitting an obstacle.
v The yellow ESP ® warning lamp
flashes while driving.
The ESP ® or electronic traction system has
come into operation because of detected
traction loss in at least one tire.
Cruise control and DISTRONIC Plus* are de-
activated.
̈ When driving off, apply as little throttle
as possible.
̈ While driving, ease up on the accelera-
tor.
̈ Adapt your speed and driving to the pre-
vailing road and weather conditions.
̈ Do not deactivate the ESP ® . Exceptions:
( ୴ page 74).
Failure to follow these instructions increas-
es the risk of an accident.