Mercedes-Benz 2013 C Class Coupe - Manual (Page 274)

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
Check
tyres The tyre pressure in one or more tyres has dropped significantly.
The wheel position is displayed in the multifunction display.
A warning tone also sounds.
G
WARNING
With tyre pressures which are too low, there is a risk of the fol-
lowing hazards:
R
the tyres may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed
increase.
R
the tyres may wear excessively and/or unevenly, which may
greatly impair tyre traction.
R
the driving characteristics, as well as steering and braking, may
be greatly impaired.
There is a risk of an accident.
X Stop the vehicle without making any sudden steering or braking
manoeuvres. Pay attention to the traffic conditions as you do
so.
X Secure the vehicle against rolling away ( Y page 169).
X Check the tyres and, if necessary, follow the instructions for a
flat tyre (
Y page 330).
X Check the tyre pressure ( Y page 353).
X If necessary, correct the tyre pressure.
Warning
tyre defect The tyre pressure in one or more tyres has dropped suddenly. The
wheel position is displayed in the multifunction display.
G
WARNING
If you drive with a flat tyre, there is a risk of the following hazards:
R
a flat tyre affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle.
R
you could lose control of the vehicle.
R
continued driving with a flat tyre will cause excessive heat build-
up and possibly a fire.
There is a risk of an accident.
X Stop the vehicle without making any sudden steering or braking
manoeuvres. Pay attention to the traffic conditions as you do
so.
X Secure the vehicle against rolling away ( Y page 169).
X Check the tyres and, if necessary, follow the instructions for a
flat tyre (
Y page 330).
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Display messages
On-board computer and displays