Low tire pressure message
The yellow warning lamp lights up. A Check Control message is displayed.
- There is a flat tire or a major loss in tire inflation pressure.
- The system was not reset after a wheel change and thus warns based on the inflation pressures initialized last.
1. Reduce your speed and stop cautiously. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneuvers.
2. Check whether the vehicle is fitted with regular tires* or run-flat tires*.
Run-flat tires, are labeled with a circular symbol containing the letters RSC marked on the tire sidewall.
When a low inflation pressure is indicated, DSC Dynamic Stability Control is switched on if necessary.
See also:
Status field symbols
The symbols are grouped as follows.
Radio symbols
Telephone symbols
Entertainment symbols
Additional symbols
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Checking the coolant level
1. Do not open the hood until the engine has
cooled down.
2. Turn the expansion tank cap counterclockwise
slightly to allow any accumulated pressure
to escape; then continue turning to
open.
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Tire identification marks
Knowledge of the labeling on the side of the tire makes it easier to identify
and choose the right tires.
Tire size
Speed code letter
Q = up to 100 mph or 160 km/h
T = up to 118 mph or 190 km/ ...