Mercedes-Benz 2007 SLK 280, Operator'S Manual

Page: 371 / 473

370
Practical hints
What to do if …
Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution
•
The cooling fan for the coolant is
malfunctioning.
왘
Observe the coolant temperature display
(
컄
page 127).
If the coolant temperature is below 120°C,
you may continue driving to the nearest
specialist workshop.
왘
Avoid heavy loads on the engine (e.g. by
driving uphill) as well as stop-and-go traffic.
왘
Have the fan replaced as soon as possible.
/
Top up coolant
See Oper. Manual The coolant level is too low.
왘
Add coolant (
컄
page 300).
Comply with all warnings while doing so.
왘
If you have to add coolant frequently,
have the cooling system checked by an au-
thorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Warning!
G
Do not spill antifreeze on hot engine parts.
Antifreeze contains ethylene glycol which
may burn if it comes into contact with hot
engine parts. You could be seriously burned.
!
Do not ignore the low engine coolant level
warning. Extended driving with this message and
symbol displayed may cause serious engine
damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz
Limited Warranty. Do not drive without sufficient
amount of coolant in the cooling system. The
engine will overheat, causing major engine
damage.