Mercedes-Benz 2002 C 240, Operator'S Manual

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386 Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities
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will increase due to the lower heat transfer capability of
the solution. Therefore, do not use more than this
amount of anticorrosion/ antifreeze.
If the coolant level is low, water and MB anticorrosion /
antifreeze should be used to bring it up to the proper
level (have cooling system checked for signs of leakage).
The water in the cooling system must meet minimum
requirements, which are usually satisfied by normal
drinking water. If your are not sure about the water
quality, consult your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Anticorrosion/ antifreeze
Your vehicle contains a number of aluminium parts. The
use of aluminium components in motor vehicle engines
necessitates that anticorrosion/ antifreeze coolant used
in such engines be specifically formulated to protect the
aluminium parts. (Failure to use such anticorrosion /
antifreeze coolant will result in a significantly
shortened service life.)
Therefore the following product is strongly
recommended for use in your vehicle: Mercedes-Benz
anticorrosion/ antifreeze agent.
Before the start of the winter season (or once a year in
the hot southern regions), you should have the
anticorrosion /antifreeze concentration checked. The
coolant is also regularly checked each time you bring
your vehicle to your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
for service.
Anticorrosion /antifreeze quantity
Approximately freeze protection
– 35
°
F
(– 37
°
C)
– 49
°
F
(– 45
°
C)
4.8 US qt
(4.5 l) 5.3 US qt
(5.0 l)
C 32 AMG only:
7.7 US qt
(7.3 l)
8.5 US qt
(8.0 l)
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