2009 Mercedes SLK-Class Owner's Manual - Page 286

Practical hints Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display Engine Display messages Possible cause/consequence Engine Service There may be a malfunction in: RThe RThe RThe RThe Possible solution X ú (USA only) fuel management system ignition system exhaust system fuel system X Have the engine checked as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. ± (Canada only) ± B Display Malfunction Drive To Workshop Top Up Coolant See Operator's Manual Certain electronic systems are unable to relay information to the control system. The coolant temperature display or the tachometer may have failed. The coolant level is too low. Have the electronic systems checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. X X Add coolant (Y page 227). If you have to add coolant frequently, have the cooling system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. G Warning! 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 the 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. 284