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Driving and parking
The coolant temperature is above
248°F (120°C)
The coolant is too hot and is no longer
cooling the engine.
̈ Stop the vehicle in a safe location as
soon as possible and turn off the en-
gine. Allow engine and coolant to cool
off.
̈ Check the coolant level and add cool-
ant if necessary (
୴ page 547).
In case of accident
If the vehicle is leaking gasoline:
̈ Do not start the engine under any cir-
cumstances.
̈ Move away from vehicle.
̈ Notify local fire and/or police authori-
ties.
If the extent of the damage cannot be de-
termined:
̈ Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.
If no damage can be determined on the
ț major assemblies
ț fuel system
ț engine mount:
̈ Start the engine in the usual manner.
Parking
i
Excessive coolant temperatures trigger a
warning message in the multifunction display
(
୴ page 646).
Warning! G
With the engine not running, there is no
power assistance for the brake and the
steering systems. In this case, it is impor-
tant to keep in mind that a considerably
higher degree of effort is necessary to brake
and steer the vehicle.
Warning! G
Do not park this vehicle in areas where com-
bustible materials such as grass, hay, or
leaves can come into contact with the hot
exhaust system, as these materials could be
ignited and cause a vehicle fire.
To reduce the risk of personal injury as a re-
sult of vehicle movement, before turning off
the engine and leaving the vehicle always:
ț Keep right foot on brake pedal.
ț Engage electronic parking brake.