1 Coolant reservoir cap
2 Marking for coolant level
Checking Coolant Level
The coolant level can be checked
visually at the transparent coolant re
servoir.
To check the coolant level, the vehicle
must be parked on level ground.
The coolant level must reach:
The marking (2, arrow) on the reser
voir when the engine is cold.
Approx. 1 cm (0.4 in) higher when the
engine is at operating temperature.
Adding Coolant
If coolant has to be added, a 50/50
mixture of water and MB anticorrosion/
antifreeze should be used.
Warning!
• Use extreme caution when
opening the hood in case
there are any signs of steam
or coolant leaking from the
cooling system.
• Do not remove pressure cap
on coolant reservoir if engine
temperature is above 90 °C
(194°F). Allow engine to cool
down before removing cap.
The coolant reservoir contains
hot fluid and is under pres
sure.
• Using a rag, turn cap to first
notch to relieve excess pres
sure. If opened immediately,
hot scalding fluid and steam
will be blown out under
pressure.
The drain plugs for the cooling system
are located on the right-hand side of
the engine block and the bottom of the
radiator.
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