Mercedes-Benz SLR-Class 2007 - Manual (Page 334)

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Practical hints
What to do if ...
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consequence Possible solution
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(USA only)
3 (Canada only)
Brakes overheated
Drive on, but with
even greater care The brake system is overheated
due to an excessive load on the
brakes. ̈ Relieve the load on the brake system.
̈ Drive more smoothly and think ahead to avoid
unnecessary braking.
̈ Use the engine’s braking power more frequent-
ly. Shift into a lower gear (
୴ page 174).
̈ Cautiously continue driving so that the air
stream will cool down the brakes.
̈ The message disappears after driving carefully
for a few minutes.
Warning!
G
Overheating of the brake system will short-
en the service life of the brake disks. The
brake disks could fail. Have the brake disks
checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.