System self-test
After you have switched on the ignition, the system carries out a self-diagnosis.
WARNING
A malfunction in the system has been
detected if one of the following conditions
occurs:
• the indicator lamp in the SOS button does not light up during the system
self-diagnosis.
• the indicator lamp in the
Roadside Assistance button does not light up during the system self-diagnosis.
• The indicator lamp in the
information button does not light up during selfdiagnosis of the system.
• the indicator lamp in the SOS button,
Roadside Assistance button or
information button continues to be
lit red after the system self-diagnosis.
• The Tele Aid Inoperative or Tele Aid Not Activated message appears in the
multifunction display after the system self-test.
If a malfunction is indicated as outlined above,
the system may not operate as expected. In
the event of an emergency, assistance must
be summoned by other means.
Have the system checked at the nearest
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or contact
the following service hotlines:
• USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance
Center under
1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372)
or 1-888-990-9007
• Canada: Customer Service at
1-888-923-8367
See also:
Change of direction announced without a
lane recommendation
1. Road into which the change of direction
leads
2. Distance to change of direction and visual
distance display
3. Current road
4. Symbol for change of direction
When a change of di ...
Activating RACE START
•► Depress the brake pedal with your left foot,
and keep it depressed.
•► Turn the drive program selector clockwise until the RS lamp lights up.
The multifunction display shows the RAC ...
Important safety notes
WARNING
On slippery road surfaces, never downshift in
order to obtain braking action. This could
result in drive wheel slip and reduced vehicle
control. Your vehicle's ABS will not prevent
...