Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 2008 Owners Manual - Manual (Page 378)

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Practical hints
What to do if …
Left display Right display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution
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Battery/
Alternator
Stop Car The battery is malfunctioning.
The electro-hydraulic brake system
requires electrical energy and
therefore has only limited opera-
tion. Considerably greater brake
pedal force is required and the stop-
ping distance is increased.
̈ Stop the vehicle in a safe location.
Adjust driving to be consistent with reduced
braking responsiveness.
̈ Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.
USA only:
;
Canada only:
3
Reduced
Brake Effect
Start Engine The battery has insufficient voltage
and cannot supply sufficient power
to the electro-hydraulic brake sys-
tem. ̈ Start the engine.
The message disappears when sufficient
voltage is available.
Warning!
G
Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to
your health. All exhaust gas contains carbon
monoxide (CO), and inhaling it can cause
unconsciousness and lead to death. Do not
run the engine in confined areas (such as a
garage) which are not properly ventilated.