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Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
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The yellow fuel
tank reserve
warning lamp
comes on when
the engine is
running.
The fuel level has gone below the reserve mark.
X
Refuel at the next gas station.
Engine
Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
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The yellow
engine
malfunction
indicator lamp
comes on when
the engine is
running.
There may be a malfunction in
R
the fuel management system
R
the ignition system
R
the emission control system
R
systems which affect emissions
Such malfunctions may result in excessive emissions values and
may switch the engine to limp-home (emergency operation) mode.
X
Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
i
Some states may by law require you to visit a workshop as
soon as the engine malfunction indicator lamp comes on. Check
local requirements.
;
The yellow
engine
malfunction
indicator lamp
comes on when
the engine is
running.
A loss of pressure has been detected in the fuel system. The fuel
cap may not be closed properly or the fuel system may be leaky.
X
Check the fuel cap (Y page 321).
X
If it is not closed properly: Close the fuel cap.
X
If it is closed properly: Have the fuel system checked by an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
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The red engine
oil temperature
warning lamp is
on while the
engine is
running. In
addition, an
acoustic
warning sounds.
The engine oil temperature is above 284‡ (140†).
The engine is not cooled sufficiently and could be damaged.
X
Stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do
so and turn off the engine.
X
Let the engine cool.
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BA 197 USA, CA Edition A 2011; 1; 27, en-US
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