Mercedes-Benz 2009 SLK-Class Automobile User Manual


 
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display
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Engine
Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution
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Engine Service
There may be a malfunction in:
R
The fuel management system
R
The ignition system
R
The exhaust system
R
The fuel system
X
Have the engine checked as soon as possible
at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
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Display Malfunc-
tion
Drive To Workshop
Certain electronic systems are unable to
relay information to the control system.
The coolant temperature display or the
tachometer may have failed.
X
Have the electronic systems checked at an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
B
Top Up Coolant
See Operator’s
Manual
The coolant level is too low.
X
Add coolant (Y page 227).
X
If you have to add coolant frequently, have the
cooling system checked at an authorized Mer-
cedes-Benz Center.
G
Warning!
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.
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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 Limited Warranty.
Do not drive without sufficient amount of coolant in the cooling system. The engine will overheat causing major engine damage.
Practical hints