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 selfdiagnosis.
• 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 selftest.
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: Response Center under
888-990-9007
• Canada: Customer Service at
1-888-923-8367
See also:
Emergency Tensioning Devices, belt force limiters
The front seat belts and the outer seat belts
in the rear are equipped with ETDs and seat
belt force limiters.
The ETDs tighten the seat belts in an accident,
pulling them close against the bod ...
Brake fluid level
If you notice that the brake fluid level in
the brake fluid reservoir has fallen to the
MIN mark or less, check the brake system
immediately for leaks. Also check the
thickness of the brake lini ...
Mounting a new wheel
WARNING
Always replace wheel bolts that are damaged
or rusted.
Never apply oil or grease to wheel bolts.
Damaged wheel hub threads should be
repaired immediately. Do not continue to
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