Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 2013 Owners Manual - Manual (Page 268)

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
Apply Brake
to Shift from 'P' You have attempted to move the transmission selector lever to
position D, R or N without depressing the brake pedal.
X Depress the brake pedal.
Vehicle
Not in 'P' The driver's door is open and the transmission is in position R, N
or D.
A warning tone also sounds.
X Shift the transmission to position P.
X Secure the vehicle against rolling away (
Y
page 175).
Service Required
Do Not Shift Gears
Visit Dealer
You cannot change the transmission position due to a malfunction.
A warning tone also sounds.
If transmission position D is selected:
X
Drive to a qualified specialist workshop without shifting the
transmission from position D.
If transmission position R, N or P is selected:
X Notify a qualified specialist workshop or breakdown service.
Only select Park
(P)
when vehicle is
stationary
The vehicle is moving.
X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions.
X
Shift the transmission to position P.
N
The trunk lid is open.
X Close the trunk lid.
M
The hood is open.
G WARNING
The open hood may block your view when the vehicle is in motion.
There is a risk of an accident.
X
Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions.
X Secure the vehicle against rolling away (
Y
page 175).
X Close the hood.
C
At least one door is open. A warning tone also sounds.
X Close all the doors.
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