Operation Manual

Safety systems
Problem
Possible causes/consequences and MM Solutions
é (USA only)
J (Canada only)
The yellow RBS (USA
only)/brakes (Canada
only) warning lamp is lit
while the drive system
is running.
The brake system is malfunctioning.
G
WARNING
The braking characteristics may be affected.
There is a risk of an accident.
X
Drive on taking extra care.
X
Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
é (USA only)
J (Canada only)
The yellow RBS (USA
only)/brakes (Canada
only) warning lamp is lit
while the drive system
is running.
RBS (Recuperative Brake System) is unavailable due to a malfunc-
tion.
G
WARNING
The braking performance of the electric motor using recuperative
braking may be either reduced or not effective. If you do not make
an additional effort to apply the brake yourself, the braking effect
may not be sufficient. If necessary, counteract the reduced regen-
erative braking effect by applying the brake yourself.
The brake system continues to function normally, but without the
function listed above.
The braking effect may be impaired.
X
Drive on taking extra care.
X
Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
$ (USA only)
J (Canada only)
The red brake system
warning lamp is lit while
the drive system is run-
ning. A warning tone
also sounds.
G
WARNING
The brake boosting effect is malfunctioning and the braking char-
acteristics may be affected.
There is a risk of an accident.
X
Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driving
under any circumstances.
X
Secure the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 153).
X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
X
Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction
display.
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster
229
On-board computer and displays
Z