2009 Mercedes CL-Class Owner's Manual - Page 334

Controls in detail Driving and parking Problems while driving The engine runs erratically and misfires RAn In case of accident If the vehicle is leaking fuel: X Parking G Warning! Do not park this vehicle in areas where combustible materials such as grass, hay or leaves can come into contact with the hot exhaust system, as these materials could be ignited and cause a vehicle fire. To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, or damage to the vehicle or the vehicle drivetrain, as a result of vehicle movement, always do the following before turning off the engine and leaving the vehicle: RKeep right foot on the brake pedal. REngage the electronic parking brake. RShift the automatic transmission into park position P. RSlowly RWhen RTurn ignition cable may be damaged. RThe engine electronics may not be operating properly. catalytic converter and damaged it. RUnburned gasoline may have entered the Do not start the engine under any circumstances. X Exit the vehicle at a safe distance from the roadway. X Notify local fire and/or police authorities. If the extent of the damage cannot be determined: X X X Give very little gas. Have the problem checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. The coolant temperature is above 248‡ (120†) The coolant is too hot and is no longer cooling the engine. X Stop the vehicle in a safe location as soon as possible. X Turn off the engine immediately. X Allow the engine and coolant to cool off. X Check the coolant level and add coolant if necessary (Y page 427). If no damage on major assemblies, fuel system, and engine mount can be determined: X Start the engine in the usual manner. release the brake pedal. parked on an incline, always turn the front wheels towards the road curb. the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 0 and remove the SmartKey 332