Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2007 Owners Manual - Manual (Page 388)

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Practical hints
What to do if …
Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution
l Only vehicles with Distronic*:
The red distance 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.
Only vehicles with Distronic*:
The red distance warning lamp
comes on while driving and you
hear a warning chime sound. ț You are gaining too rapidly on the vehicle
ahead of you.
ț The distance warning system has recog-
nized a stationary obstacle on your prob-
able line of travel.
̈ Apply the brakes immediately.
̈ Carefully observe the traffic situation.
You may need to brake or maneuver
to avoid hitting an obstacle.
A The yellow fuel tank reserve
warning lamp comes on while
driving. The fuel level has gone below the reserve
mark. ̈ Refuel at the next gas station
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