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Check Coolant
Level See
Operator's Manual
The coolant level is too low.
X
Add coolant (Y page 324).
X
If you have to add coolant frequently, have the cooling system
checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
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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.
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Coolant Level Low
Stop Vehicle Turn
Engine Off
The coolant is too hot.
X
Stop the vehicle immediately as soon as it is safe to do so.
X
Turn off the engine immediately.
X
Engage the electronic parking brake.
X
Only start the engine again after the message disappears. You
could otherwise damage the engine.
X
Observe the coolant temperature in the multifunction display.
X
If the temperature rises again: Contact an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center immediately.
During severe operation conditions and stop-and-go city traffic,
the coolant temperature may rise close to 248‡ (120†).
G
Warning!
Driving when your engine is overheated can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the
engine compartment to catch fire. You could be seriously burned.
Steam from an overheated engine can cause serious burns which can occur just by opening the
engine hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it.
Stop the vehicle in a safe location away from other traffic. Turn off the engine, get out of the
vehicle and do not stand near the vehicle until the engine has cooled down.
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The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature above 248‡ (120†).
Doing so may cause serious damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display
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