Engine
Display messages | Possible causes/consequences and Solutions |
Check Coolant Level See Operator's Manual |
The coolant level is too low.
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Coolant Level Low Stop Vehicle Turn Engine Off |
The coolant is too hot.
The poly-V-belt may have torn.
If the poly-V-belt is torn: Do not continue driving. The engine could otherwise overheat.
If the poly-V-belt is not damaged:
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The engine fan is defective.
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The battery is not being charged. Possible causes are:
If the poly-V-belt is torn: Do not continue driving. The engine could otherwise overheat.
If the poly-V-belt is not damaged:
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The engine oil level has dropped to the minimum level.
A warning tone also sounds.
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Fuel Level Low |
The fuel level has dropped into the reserve range.
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There is only a very small amount of fuel in the fuel tank.
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Gas Cap Loose |
The fuel system pressure is too low. The fuel filler cap
is not closed correctly or the fuel system is leaking.
If the fuel filler cap is not correctly closed:
If the fuel filler cap is correctly closed:
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Cruise Control Inoperative | Cruise control is defective. A warning tone also sounds.
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Cruise Control --- mph | A condition for activating cruise control has not been
fulfilled. You attempted to save a speed of less than 20 mph (30 km/h).
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Information on approved engine oils can be obtained from any qualified specialist workshop or on the Internet at http://www.mbusa.com (USA only).
The oil level is too low. Avoid long journeys with too little engine oil. There is a risk of engine damage.
The display messages and the corresponding symbol that indicate that the oil level is too low must not be ignored.
See also:
Low-beam headlamps (halogen
headlamps)
Due to their location, have the bulbs in the
left-hand headlamp changed at a qualified
specialist workshop, e.g. an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
•► Switch off the lights.
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Locking the vehicle (mechanical key)
If the vehicle can no longer be locked with the
SmartKey, use the mechanical key.
Open the driver's door.
Close the front-passenger door, the
rear doors and the trunk lid.
Press the locking ...
Towing the vehicle with the rear axle raised
Only possible on vehicles without 4MATIC.
When towing your vehicle with the rear axle raised, it is important that you
observe the safety instructions ().
The ignition must be switched off if y ...