2003 Mercedes S-Class Owner's Manual - Page 48

Getting started Driving Wiping with windshield washer fluid Push switch in the direction of arrow 1 past the resistance point. The windshield wiper operates with washer fluid. Problems while driving The engine runs erratically and misfires An ignition cable may be damaged. The engine electronics may not be operating properly. Unburned gasoline may have entered the catalytic converter and damaged it. Give very little gas. Have the problem repaired by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. The coolant temperature is over 248°F (120°C) The coolant is too hot and is no longer cooling the engine. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and turn off the engine. Allow engine and coolant to cool. Check the coolant level and add coolant if necessary ( page 268). ! If leaves, snow, etc. block the windshield wipers, switch off the wipers. For safety reasons, withdraw SmartKey from starter switch. Remove blockage. Turn the windshield wipers on again. If windshield wipers fail to function at all in switch position I: Set the combination switch to the next highest wiper speed. Have the windshield wipers checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 48