Problems with the engine
Problem | Possible causes/consequences and Solutions |
The engine does not start. The starter motor can be heard. | • There is a malfunction in the engine electronics. • There is a malfunction in the fuel supply.
Before attempting to start
the engine again, turn the SmartKey in the ignition back to position 0
or press the Start/Stop button repeatedly until all indicator lamps in
the instrument cluster go out. |
The engine does not start. You cannot hear the starter motor. | The on-board voltage is too low because the battery is too weak or
discharged. Jump-start
the vehicle. |
The starter motor was exposed to a thermal load that was too high.
Allow the starter motor to
cool down for approximately two minutes. |
|
The engine is not running smoothly and is misfiring. | There is a malfunction in the engine electronics or a mechanical
component of the engine management system.
Only depress the
accelerator pedal slightly. |
The coolant temperature gauge shows a value above 248 °F (120 °C). | The coolant level is too low. The coolant is too hot and the engine
is no longer being cooled sufficiently.
Stop as soon as possible
and allow the engine and the coolant to cool down. |
See also:
Safety systems
Problem
Possible causes/consequences and
Solutions
(USA only)
(Canada only)
The red brake system warning lamp comes on while the
engine is running. A warning to ...
Trip computer "From start" or "Fromreset"
The values in the From Start submenu refer
to the start of your journey, while those in the
From Reset submenu refer to the last time
you reset this submenu.
► Press the
button on the
s ...
Important safety notes
The fuses in your vehicle serve to close down
faulty circuits. If a fuse blows, all the
components on the circuit and their functions
stop operating.
WARNING
Only use fuses approved by Merce ...