Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2011 - Manual (Page 421)

Driving systems
Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
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The red distance
warning lamp lights up
while the vehicle is in
motion. A warning tone
also sounds. G Risk of accident
A warning is issued if:
R you are approaching a vehicle in front at too great a speed
R DISTRONIC PLUS or PRE-SAFE ® Brake has detected a stationary
obstacle in your line of travel
X Be prepared to brake immediately.
X Pay careful attention to the traffic situation. You may have to
brake or take evasive action.
Tires
Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
h
USA only:
The yellow combination
low tire pressure
warning lamp/TPMS
malfunction warning
lamp is lit.
Canada only:
The yellow low tire
pressure warning lamp
for the TPMS is lit. G Risk of accident
The tire pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at
least one of the tires.
X Stop the vehicle without making any sudden steering or braking
maneuvers. Pay attention to the traffic conditions as you do so.
X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction
display.
X Check the tire pressure. If necessary, correct the tire pressure
(
Y page 487).
X If necessary, change a wheel ( Y page 502).
h
USA only:
The yellow combination
low tire pressure
warning lamp/TPMS
malfunction warning
lamp flashes for sixty
seconds and then
remains lit. The tire pressure monitor is faulty.
X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction
display.
X Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
G Warning
Each tire, including the spare tire (if there is one), should be inspected at least every two weeks
when they are cold and pumped to the pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer (see
the tire and load data label on the B-pillar on the driver's side or the tire pressure table on the
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster
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On-board computer and displays
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