2003 Mercedes SL-Class Owner's Manual - Page 273

Practical hints What to do if ... Left display Right display Coolant Stop, engine off! Possible cause The coolant is too hot. Possible solution Stop the vehicle. Only start the engine again after the message disappears. You could otherwise damage the engine. Stop immediately and check the poly-V-belt. Ï The poly-V-belt could be broken. If it is broken, do not drive any further. Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If it is in order, drive immediately to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. and do not stand near the vehicle until it cools down. The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature above 266°F (130°C). Doing so may cause serious engine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Warning! G Driving when your engine is badly 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 and can occur just by opening the engine hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Turn off the engine, get out of the vehicle 273