Problems with the engine
Problem
Possible causes/consequences and
M
Solutions
The engine does not
start. The starter motor
can be heard.
R
There is a malfunction in the engine electronics.
R
There is a malfunction in the fuel supply.
X
Before attempting to start the engine again, turn the key in the
ignition back to position 0 or press the Start/Stop button
repeatedly until all indicator lamps in the instrument cluster go
out.
X
Try to start the engine again (
Y
page 140). Avoid excessively
long and frequent attempts to start the engine, as this will drain
the battery.
If the engine does not start after several attempts:
X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz
Service Centre.
The engine does not
start. The starter motor
can be heard. The
reserve fuel warning
lamp is lit and the fuel
gauge display shows 0.
The fuel tank is empty.
X
Refuel the vehicle.
The engine does not
start. You cannot hear
the starter motor.
The on-board voltage is too low because the battery is too weak
or discharged.
X
Jump-start the vehicle (
Y
page 348).
If the engine does not start despite attempts to jump-start it:
X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz
Service Centre.
The starter motor was exposed to a thermal load that was too high.
X
Allow the starter motor to cool down for approximately two
minutes.
X
Try to start the engine again.
If the engine still does not start:
X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz
Service Centre.
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