Mercedes-Benz 2013 C Class Coupe - Manual (Page 278)

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
While the HOLD function or DISTRONIC PLUS is active, you have:
R
opened the driver's door and released the seat belt or
R
switched off the engine or
R
opened the bonnet
A tone may also sound at regular intervals. If you attempt to lock
the vehicle, the tone becomes louder.
You cannot start the engine.
X Shift the transmission to position P.
You can restart the engine.
N The boot lid is open.
X Close the boot lid.
M The bonnet is open. A warning tone also sounds.
G
WARNING
The open bonnet may then block your view when the vehicle is in
motion.
There is a risk of an accident.
X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions.
X Secure the vehicle against rolling away ( Y page 169).
X Close the bonnet.
If the active bonnet (pedestrian protection) has been triggered:
X Reset the bonnet ( Y page 314).
X Close the bonnet.
Active bonnet mal‐
function See Own‐
er's Manual
The active bonnet (pedestrian protection) is not active due to a
malfunction.
X Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
C At least one door is open. A warning tone also sounds.
X Close all doors.
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Front left seat
backrest not
locked or Front
right seat back‐
rest not locked
The driver's or front-passenger seat backrest is not engaged. A
warning tone also sounds.
X Push the backrest back until it engages.
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Display messages
On-board computer and displays