2011 Mercedes ML-Class Owner's Manual - Page 288
2011 Mercedes ML-Class Manual
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286 X Engine compartment Slowly turn cap : half a turn counterclockwise and allow excess pressure to escape. X Turn cap : further counter-clockwise and remove it. If the coolant is at the level of marker bar = in the filler neck when cold, there is enough coolant in coolant expansion tank ;. If the coolant is approximately 0.6 in (1.5 cm) higher when warm, there is enough coolant in coolant expansion tank ;. X If necessary, add coolant which has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. X Replace cap : and turn it clockwise as far as it will go. For further information on coolant, see (Y page 362). fluid level measuring gauge could be damaged. i Add windshield washer concentrate, e.g. MB SummerFit, to the washer fluid all year round. Maintenance and care Example: washer fluid reservoir X Windshield washer system/headlamp cleaning system The washer fluid reservoir is used for both the windshield washer system and the headlamp cleaning system. G Warning Washer solvent/antifreeze is highly flammable. Do not spill washer solvent/ antifreeze on hot engine parts, because it may ignite and burn. You could be seriously burned. Mix the windshield washer fluid in a container beforehand. X At temperatures above freezing: fill the washer fluid reservoir with a mix of water and windshield washer concentrate (e.g. MB SummerFit). X At temperatures below freezing: fill the washer fluid reservoir with a mix of water and MB SummerFit windshield washer concentrate. For information on the mixing ratio, see (Y page 363) or use the premixed windshield washer solution with antifreeze available in specialist stores. X X ! At temperatures below freezing, always fill the washer fluid container with a mix of windshield washer concentrate and antifreeze additive. There is otherwise a risk of damaging the windshield washer system/headlamp cleaning system. ! Only use washer fluid concentrate which is suitable for plastic lenses. Unsuitable washer fluid concentrate could damage the plastic lenses of the headlamps. ! Do not add distilled or de-ionized water to the washer fluid container. Otherwise, the To open: pull cap : upwards by the tab. Add the premixed washer fluid. X To close: press cap : onto the filler neck until it engages. Brake fluid level ! If you discover that the brake fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir has fallen to the MIN mark or below, check the brake system for leaks immediately. Also check the brake lining thickness. Contact a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately.
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