Mercedes-Benz 190 E2.3 1985, Owner'S Manual

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Fuel Reserve Warning Lamp
The fuel reserve warning lamp will
come on when the key is turned to
steering lock position 2, and will go out
after the engine is running.
If the warning lamp stays on after the
engine starts, or comes on while driv­
ing, it indicates that the fuel level is
down to the reserve quantity.
Coolant Temperature Gauge
If the antifreeze mixture is good to
—30°C /-22°F, the boiling point of the
coolant in the pressurized cooling sys­
tem of your vehicle is approx. 125°C/
257°F (see also “ Fuels, Coolants,
Lubricants, etc.” ).
During severe operating conditions
and stop-and-go city traffic the coolant
temperature must not rise above the
red marking.
Low Engine Coolant Level Indicator
Lamp
The indicator lamp comes on with the
key in steering lock position 2, and
should go out when the engine is run­
ning.
If it comes on with the engine running,
the coolant has dropped below the
required level. You should then have
the engine cooling system checked for
signs of leakage and have it refilled as
soon as possible (see page 63).
Low Windshield Washer Level
Indicator Lamp
The indicator lamp comes on with the
key in steering lock position 2 and
should go out when the engine is run­
ning.
If it comes on with the engine running,
the level of the reservoir has dropped
to about
'A
of the total volume and
should be filled again with washer fluid
to which about 3 capfuls of MB auto­
shampoo have been added.
Outside Temperature Indicator
The temperature sensor is attached
to the front bumper behind the license
plate base plate. Due to its location,
the sensor can be affected by road or
engine heat during idling or slow driv­
ing. This means that the accuracy of
the displayed temperature can only be
verified by comparison to a thermome­
ter located next to the sensor, not by
comparison to external displays (i.e.,
bank signs, etc.).
Engine Oil Consumption
Engine oil consumption can only be
determined after a certain mileage has
been covered. During the break-in
period, higher oil consumption may
be noticed and is normal.
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