Coolant (Coolant Level) - Mercedes-Benz 2000 CLK 320 Operator's Manual

Instruments
Operation
and controls
Malfunction and warning messages

COOLANT (coolant level)

Line 1
COOLANT
* C = Category, see page 222
When this message appears while driving, the coolant
level has dropped below the required level. If no leaks
are noticeable and the engine temperature does not
increase, continue to drive to the nearest service station
and have coolant added to the coolant system.
Instrument
Driving
cluster display
Line 2
C*
2
CHECK LEVEL!
Practical hints Car care
The low engine coolant level warning should not be
ignored. Extended driving with the symbol displayed
may cause serious engine damage not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Notes:
Do not drive without coolant in the cooling system. The
engine will overheat causing major engine damage.
Monitor the coolant temperature gauge while driving.
See page 248 for instructions on adding coolant.
Warning!
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 can be seriously burned.
Technical
Index
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