Mercedes-Benz 2003 C-Class Coupe, Operator'S Manual

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Practical hints
What to do if …
Problem Possible cause Suggested solution
? The yellow “CHECK ENGINE”
malfunction indicator lamp
comes on while driving. There is a malfunction in:
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The fuel management system
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The ignition system
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The emission control system
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Systems which impact emissions
Such malfunctions may result in excessive
emissions values and may switch the engine
to its limp-home (emergency operation)
mode.
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Have the vehicle checked as soon as
possible by an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
An on-board diagnostic connector is
used by the service station to link the
vehicle to the shop diagnostics sys-
tem. It allows the accurate identifica-
tion of system malfunctions through
the readout of diagnostic trouble
codes. It is located in the front left
area of the footwell next to the park-
ing brake pedal.
The fuel cap is not closed tight.
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Check the fuel cap.
Your gas tank is empty.
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After refuelling start the engine three
or four times in succession.
The limp-home mode is canceled. You do
not need to have your vehicle checked.
< The red seat belt warning lamp
blinks for a brief period after
starting the engine. The warning lamp reminds you to fasten seat
belts.
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Fasten your seat belt.
The yellow fuel tank reserve warning lamp
lights up while driving. The fuel level has gone below the reserve
mark.
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Refuel at the next gas station
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