INSPECTION
46
INSPECTION
46
Checking coolant level
Important
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Never
open
the
engine
compartment cover when you
can
see
steam
or
coolant
escaping
from
the
engine
compartment
-
danger
of
scalding! Wait until steam or
coolant no longer escapes.
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Observe the safety precautions
beginning on page
17 before
performing out any work on the
engine
or
in
the
engine
compartment.
To obtain correct readings you should check
the coolant level with the engine switched
off.
Correct coolant level is important for ensur-
ing your coolant system functions at an
optimum. You should therefore check the
coolant level regularly!
With the engine cold, the coolant must be
above the min mark and below the max
mark -arrow-.
Note
A low coolant level is measured with a sen-
sor and an insufficient coolant level is
shown in the display of the multi-function-
indicator, and an acoustic warning sounds.
Visual inspection
Check the coolant hoses for leaks and
porosity.
When operating the engine in the
tropics, the notes on page 64 must
also be observed!
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