The warning lamp lights up when the parking brake is applied.
If the warning lamp flashes, insufficient braking force has been applied or released. Select first gear (manual gearbox) or position P (automatic gearbox) as an additional safeguard. Make sure that the warning lamp has gone out before you drive off.
Parking brake!
There is a malfunction in the parking brake. Drive to a qualified workshop soon and have the fault rectified.
Parking brake auto release: unavailable
If this message appears, press the brake pedal and then release the parking brake.
Caution: Vehicle parked too steep
If the warning lamp flashes and the message appears, the brake may not be strong enough to hold the vehicle. The brakes have overheated. The vehicle can roll away, even on a gentle slope.
Parking brake is applied
If this message appears, press the brake pedal and then release the parking brake as necessary.
Note
For further information on the parking brake refer to link►.