Mercedes-Benz M-Class 2012 Owners Manual - Manual (Page 268)

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Service Required
Do Not Shift Gears
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You cannot change the transmission position due to a malfunction.
A warning tone also sounds.
If transmission position D is selected:
X Drive to a qualified specialist workshop without shifting the
transmission from position D.
If transmission position R, N or P is selected:
X
Notify a qualified specialist workshop or breakdown service.
Only Shift
to 'P' when
Vehicle is
Stationary
The vehicle is moving.
X
Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions.
X Shift the transmission to position P.
A
The tailgate is open.
X Close the tailgate.
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G Risk of accident
The hood is open.
X
Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions.
X Apply the electric parking brake.
X Close the hood.
C
At least one door is open.
X Close all the doors.
D
Power Steering
Malfunction See
Operator's Manual
G Risk of accident
The power steering is malfunctioning.
You will need to use more force to steer.
A warning tone also sounds.
X Check whether you are able to apply the extra force required.
X If you are able to steer safely: carefully drive on to a qualified
specialist workshop.
X If you are unable to steer safely: do not drive on. Contact the
nearest qualified specialist workshop.
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