The warning buzzer sounds in addition to the operating information in the display.
Warning buzzer function (test circuit)
M Turn vehicle key in ignition lock to drive position.
The warning buzzer sounds for about 2 seconds.
Overview of warning buzzer in addition to display message or indicator lamp
Warning buzzer
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sounds when Display Action Engine oil level too low.The STOP lamp lights up at the same time.
The operational safety of the vehicle is at risk. Engine damage is possible.
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M Check engine oil level.
Actros 1 (up to 12/1999), see page 89.
Actros 1 (as of 01/2000), see page 90.
Actros 2/3 (as of 01/2003), see page 91.
Engine oil pressure too low.
The STOP lamp lights up at the same time.
The operational safety of the vehicle is at risk. Engine damage is possible.
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M Tow the vehicle away, see page 169.
Malfunctions in certain electronic systems.
The operational safety of the vehicle is at risk. Engine damage is possible.
Malfunction displays and display messages:
Actros 1 (up to 12/1999), see page 22.
Actros 1 (as of 01/2000), see page 43.
Actros 2/3 (as of 01/2003), see page 66.
Maximum permissible engine speed exceeded.
The operational safety of the vehicle is at risk. Engine damage is possible.
M If the warning buzzer sounds when shifting down, select a higher gear.
M If the warning buzzer sounds when tow-starting, reduce the towing speed or select a higher mov-ing-off gear.
Coolant level too low or coolant temperature too high.
The operational safety of the vehicle is at risk. Engine damage is possible.
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M Check cooling system for leaks.M Top up coolant or tow the vehicle away if neces-sary, see page 169.
Description and roadside assistance
Permissible coolant temperature exceeded.
M Demand less power from the engine.
M Reduce speed and shift down to a lower gear if necessary.
M Make sure that the air supply to the radiator is not obstructed.
Actros 1:
Telligent® automatic gearshift system when the clutch pedal must be folded out.
M Fold out clutch pedal, see page 123.
If the service brake is released, the vehicle key in the ignition lock is turned all the way back or removed and the frequent-stop brake is activated.
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M Apply parking brake.M Press bottom of frequent-stop brake switch.
The indicator lamp x in the instrument panel goes out.
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The parking brake must be applied in order to switch off the engine. Otherwise the vehicle can roll away unintentionally.
Malfunction in Active Brake Assist (ABA)
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M Press top of Active Brake Assist OFF switch.The indicator lamp in the Active Brake Assist OFF switch lights up red.
Active Brake Assist is switched off.
+ When the engine is restarted, the Active Brake Assist is switched back on automatically.
Vehicle stationary and hill holder activated if no pedal actuation (clutch or brake pedal) occurs.
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M Operate service brake; apply parking brake if necessary.+ The hill holder is merely an aid intended to provide assistance when moving off.
Activated immobilizer.
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M Wait until the warning buzzer stops.
M Turn the vehicle key in the ignition lock all the way back.
M Repeat start attempt with a valid vehicle key or spare key after about 2 seconds.
+ Any additional starting attempt with an invalid vehicle key increases the waiting time by 1 more Warning buzzer
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sounds when Display ActionDescription and roadside assistance
If reverse gear is engaged and there is an obstacle closer than 50 cm from the vehicle rear.
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M Observe the distance indicator in the display.M Increase the distance to the obstacle.
+ If necessary, a second person should assist with the maneuvering.
Telligent® automatic gearshift system when the clutch is overloaded.
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M Leave the clutch to cool and select a lower mov-ing-off gear if necessary.
Display failure.
+ The display can no longer show important information concerning the operational safety of the vehicle.
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M Tow the vehicle away, see page 169.Damage of failure in the CAN bus, the data transfer system to the
instrument panel.
+ The display can no longer show important information concerning the operational safety of the vehicle.
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M Tow the vehicle away, see page 169.If the lights are switched on and the vehicle key is removed.
M Switch off lights.
The seat belt on the driver seat is not buckled.
M Buckle up seat belt.
If reverse gear is engaged.
Telligent® adaptive cruise control with risk of a collision.
Active Brake Assist distance warnings.
M Reduce speed and watch the traffic.
Warning buzzer
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sounds when Display ActionDescription and roadside assistance
Actros 1: Calling up the engine oil level/pressure on the display
Up to 12/1999
Checking engine oil level
To check the engine oil level the vehicle must be parked on level ground. The engine oil level can be called up on the display with the engine off or with it running.
M Apply parking brake.
M Turn vehicle key in ignition lock to drive position.
M Wait for the function test to finish.
M Press "SYSTEM" button once.
The display shows the operating information :.
M Press "INFO" button once.
The display shows the operating information, either the top-up quantity, e.g. 4.5 l ;, or engine oil level O. K. =. Add the oil quantity shown in the display. The oil filler opening is behind the maintenance flap. Do not overfill the engine!
Checking engine oil pressure M Start engine.
M Press "SYSTEM" button once or twice.
The display shows the operating hours :.
M Press "INFO" button twice.
The display shows the current engine oil pressure ?.
Idle speed about 550 rpm = min. 0.5 bar. Rated rpms about 1800 rpm = min. 2.5 bar
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Description and roadside assistance
As of 01/2000
Checking engine oil level
To check the engine oil level the vehicle must be parked on level ground. The engine oil level can be called up on the display with the engine off or with it running.
M Apply parking brake.
M Turn vehicle key in ignition lock to drive position.
M If the outside temperature is displayed after the function test, press any function button :.
M Use 9 or : button to select the Check Info menu.
M Press S button.
M Use 9 or : button to select the Other menu line.
M Press S button.
The display shows engine oil level O.K. or the top-up quantity in liters. Add the oil quantity shown in the display. The oil filler opening is behind the maintenance flap. Do not overfill the engine!
Checking engine oil pressure M Start engine.
M Press any function button :.
M Use 9 or : button to select the Check Info menu.
M Press S button.
M Use 9 or : button to select the Oil pres-sure menu.
M Press S button.
The display shows the current engine oil pressure.
Idle speed about 550 rpm = min. 0.5 bar Rated rpms about 1800 rpm = min. 2.5 bar