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Combustion vehicles

Electronic parking brake

Please note: This information is only an excerpt.

Possible meaning
The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up red when the electronic parking brake is switched on.

Failure to observe illuminated warning lamps and text messages can lead to your vehicle breaking down in traffic and can cause accidents and serious injury.

  • Never ignore any illuminated warning lamps or text messages.
  • Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and when safe to do so.

Recommended action and further information 

The exact meaning and recommended action for your model can be found in the printed owner’s manual or the digital owner’s manual in the vehicle infotainment system. You can also use our online version, which also contains the recommended action for solving issues in your model.

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