Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class 2008 Owners Manual User Manual

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Practical hints

What to do if …

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Possible cause/consequence

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There is a malfunction in the electronic
system.

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Have the system checked at an autho-
rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon
as possible.

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Battery/Alternator
Stop Vehicle

The battery is malfunctioning.

Considerably greater brake pedal force is
required and the stopping distance is in-
creased.

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Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe
to do so. Adjust driving to be consis-
tent with reduced braking responsive-
ness.

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Call Roadside Assistance.

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Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.

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Low Voltage
Start Engine

The battery has insufficient voltage.

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Start the engine (

page 51).

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Brake Wear

The brake pads have reached their wear
limit.

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Have the brake pads replaced as soon
as possible.

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Brake pad thickness must be visually in-

spected by a qualified technician at the intervals
specified in the Maintenance Booklet.

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