Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 2008 Owners Manual User Manual
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Practical hints
What to do if …
Problem
Possible cause/consequence
Suggested solution
E
The white Distronic* indicator
lamp comes on while driving.
The Distronic* distance sensor has recog-
nized a preceding vehicle.
E
The red distance warning lamp
comes on while driving and you
hear a warning sound.
ț
You are gaining too rapidly on the vehicle
ahead of you.
ț
The distance warning system has
recognized a stationary obstacle on
your probable line of travel.
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Apply the brakes immediately.
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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 lights when the
engine is running.
The fuel level has dropped below the reserve
mark.
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Refuel at the next gas station
(
The fuel filler cap is not closed tightly.
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Check the fuel filler cap (