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Mercedes-Benz E-Class / Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sedan and Wagon Owners Manual / On-board computer and displays / Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster / Driving systems

The red distance warning lamp lights up while the vehicle is in motion. A warning tone also sounds.

Risk of accident
The warning is issued if you approach a stationary vehicle or a vehicle driving ahead of you at too high a speed.

•► Be prepared to brake immediately.

•► Pay careful attention to the traffic situation. You may have to brake or take evasive action.

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Making adjustments in 5 mph (Canada:10 km/h) increments
► Briefly press the cruise control lever beyond the pressure point, up 1 for a higher speed or down 2 for a lower speed. The last speed stored is increased or reduced. ...

Storing and maintaining the currentspeed
You can store the current speed if you are driving faster than 20 mph (30 km/h). ► Accelerate the vehicle to the desired speed. ► Briefly press the cruise control lever up 1 or down ...

Important safety notes
Do not leave the SmartKey in the trunk. You could otherwise lock yourself out. WARNING When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock. Always take the SmartKey w ...