Vehicle
Display messages | Possible causes/consequences and •► Solutions |
Shift to 'P' or 'N' to Start Engine
You have attempted to start the engine with the transmission in position R or D.
•► Shift the transmission to position P or N.
Auxiliary Battery Malfunction
The auxiliary battery for the automatic transmission is no longer being charged.
•► Visit a qualified specialist workshop
Apply Brake to Shift from 'P'
You have attempted to move the transmission selector lever to position D, R or N without depressing the brake pedal.
•► Depress the brake pedal.
Door Open Vehicle Not in 'P'
The driver's door is open and the transmission is in position R, N or D.
A warning tone also sounds.
•► Shift the transmission to position P.
•► Apply the parking brake.
Service Required Do Not Shift Gears Visit Dealer
You cannot change the transmission position due to a malfunction.
A warning tone also sounds.
If transmission position D is selected:
•► Drive to a qualified specialist workshop without shifting the transmission from position D.
If transmission position R, N or P is selected:
•► Notify a qualified specialist workshop or breakdown service.
Only Shift to 'P' when Vehicle is Stationary
The vehicle is moving.
•► Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
•► Shift the transmission to position P.
Sedan: the trunk lid is open.
•► Close the trunk lid.
Wagon: the tailgate is open.
•► Close the tailgate.
Risk of accident
The hood is open.
•► Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
•► Apply the parking brake.
•► Close the hood.
At least one door is open.
•► Close all the doors.
Rear Left Backrest Not LatchedorRear Right Backrest Not Latched
Risk of injury
Sedan with through-loading feature in the rear bench seat:
The backrest in the rear is not engaged on the left-hand and/or right-hand side.
•► Push the backrest back until it engages.
Power Steering Malfunction See Operator's Manual
Risk of accident
The power steering is malfunctioning.
You will need to use more force to steer.
A warning tone also sounds.
•► Check whether you are able to apply the extra force required.
•► If you are able to steer safely: carefully drive on to a qualified specialist workshop.
•► If you are unable to steer safely: do not drive on. Contact the nearest qualified specialist workshop.
Phone No Service
Your vehicle is outside the network provider's transmitter/ receiver range.
•► Wait until the mobile phone operational readiness symbol appears in the multifunction display.
Check Washer Fluid
The washer fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir has dropped below the minimum.
•► Add washer fluid
See also:
Removing the towing eye
Loosen the towing eye and unscrew it.
Attach cover 1 to the bumper and press until it
engages.
Place the towing eye in the vehicle tool kit.
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Transfer case
The vehicle has permanent 4-wheel drive
(4MATIC). Power is always transmitted to
both axles.
Performance tests may only be carried
out on a 2-axle dynamometer. The brake
system or transfer ca ...
Safety
Standard features include antilock brakes, side-impact airbags for the front
seats, side curtain airbags, an electronic stability system and active front
head restraints. ...