Functional readiness of the airbag system
When the ignition is switch on, the warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up briefly and thereby indicates the operational readiness of the entire airbag system and the belt tensioner.
Airbag system malfunctioning
- In radio ready state, the warning lamp does not come on.
- The warning lamp lights up continuously.
When there is a malfunction, have the airbag
system checked immediately
When there is a malfunction, have the airbag system checked immediately; otherwise, there is a risk that the system does not function as expected in the event of an accident despite corresponding severity of the accident.
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Check the tire inflation pressure
regularly
Check and, if necessary, correct the tire inflation
pressure, at least twice a
month and before starting on a long trip.
Low tire inflation pressure increases rolling resistance
and thus raises ...
Antilock Brake System ABS
ABS prevents locking of the wheels during braking.
The vehicle remains steerable even during full
brake applications, thus increasing active
safety.
ABS is operational every time you start the ...
The concept
Speed limit detection
Speed limit detection uses a symbol in the
shape of a traffic sign to display the currently
detected speed limit. The camera at the base of
the interior rearview mirror detec ...