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Practical hints
What to do if …?
Display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution
Coolant,
please refill
See Oper. Manual
The coolant level is too low. ̈ Add coolant (୴ page 547).
̈ If you have to add coolant frequently, have
the cooling system checked by an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
Warning! G
Do not spill antifreeze on hot engine parts.
Antifreeze contains ethylene glycol which
may burn if it comes into contact with hot
engine parts. You could be seriously burned.
!
Do not ignore the low engine coolant level
warning. Extended driving with the message and
symbol displayed may cause serious engine
damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Lim-
ited Warranty.
Do not drive without a sufficient amount of cool-
ant in the cooling system. The engine will over-
heat, causing major engine damage.