2008 Mercedes SL-Class Owner's Manual - Page 386
2008 Mercedes SL-Class Manual
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Practical hints What to do if ... Left display Right display Top Up Coolant See Oper. Manual Possible cause/consequence The coolant level is too low. Possible solution Add coolant ( page 288). Comply with all warnings while doing so. If you have to add coolant frequently, have the cooling system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. B • The cooling fan for the coolant is malfunctioning. Observe the coolant temperature gauge in the instrument cluster ( page 27). If the coolant temperature is below 120°C, you may continue driving to the nearest specialist workshop. Avoid placing heavy loads on the engine (e.g. by driving uphill) as well as stop-and-go traffic. Have the fan replaced as soon as possible. Warning! G 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. ! Do not ignore the low engine coolant level warning. Extended driving with this 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. 385