Mercedes-Benz G 500, Operator'S Manual

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Operation
Engine compartment
The coolant expansion tank is located on
the passenger side of the engine compart-
ment.
1
Cap
왘
Using a rag, turn the cap slowly approx-
imately one half turn to the left to re-
lease any excess pressure.
왘
Continue turning the cap to the left and
remove it.
왘
Check coolant level.
The coolant level is correct if the level
앫
for cold coolant: is level with the
mark on the reservoir
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for warm coolant: is approx. 0.6 in
(1.5 cm) higher
왘
Add coolant as required.
왘
Replace and tighten cap until you hear
it click a few times.
For more information on coolant, see
“Coolants” (
컄
page 336).
Warning!
G
In order to avoid any possibly serious burns:
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Use extreme caution when opening the
hood if there are any signs of steam or
coolant leaking from the cooling system,
or if the coolant temperature display in-
dicates that the coolant is overheated.
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Do not remove pressure cap on coolant
reservoir if engine temperature is above
194°F (90°C). Allow engine to cool
down before removing cap. The coolant
reservoir contains hot fluid and is under
pressure.
앫
Using a rag, slowly open the cap approx-
imately
1
⁄
2
turn to relieve excess pres-
sure. If opened immediately, scalding
hot fluid and steam will be blown out un-
der pressure.
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Do not spill antifreeze on hot engine
parts. Antifreeze contains ethylene gly-
col which may burn if it comes into con-
tact with hot engine parts.