Mercedes-Benz E-Class: Wet roads
WARNING
After driving in heavy rain for some time
without applying the brakes or through water
deep enough to wet brake components, the
first braking action may be somewhat
reduced. You have to depress the brake pedal
more firmly. Maintain a safe distance from
vehicles in front.
After driving on a wet road or having the vehicle washed, brake firmly while paying attention to the traffic conditions. This will warm up the brake discs, thereby drying them more quickly and protecting them against corrosion.
Heavy and light loads
WARNING Depressing the brake pedal constantly results in excessive and premature wear to the brake pads. It may also cause the brakes to overheat, seriously impairing their effectiveness. ...Limited braking performance on salt treated roads
WARNING The layer of salt on the brake discs and the brake pads/linings may cause a delay in the braking effect, resulting in a significantly longer braking distance, which could lead to ...See also:
Components
1) Front sub sensor (right-hand side)
2) Front sub sensor (left-hand side)
3) SRS airbag system warning light
4) Frontal airbag module (driver’s side)
5) Front passenger’s frontal airbag O ...
Common Towing Definitions
The following trailer towing related definitions will assist
you in understanding the following information: ...
Vehicles with manual transmission
•► Shift to either first gear or reverse gear R.•► Turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the
ignition lock and remove it.
The immobilizer is activated.•► Apply the parking b ...