Malfunction Indicator Lamp; Warning Lamp; Fuel Tank Reserve Warning Lamp; Engine Malfunction - Mercedes-Benz 2011 SLS AMG Operator's Manual

What to do if...
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Vehicle
Problem
8 The yellow fuel
tank reserve

warning lamp

comes on when
the engine is
running.
Engine
Problem
; The yellow
engine
malfunction
indicator lamp
comes on when
the engine is
running.
; The yellow
engine
malfunction
indicator lamp
comes on when
the engine is
running.
ç The red engine
oil temperature
warning lamp is
on while the
engine is
running. In
addition, an
acoustic
warning sounds.
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
The fuel level has gone below the reserve mark.
X
Refuel at the next gas station.
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
There may be a malfunction in
the fuel management system
R
the ignition system
R
the emission control system
R
systems which affect emissions
R
Such malfunctions may result in excessive emissions values and
may switch the engine to limp-home (emergency operation) mode.
X
Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
i Some states may by law require you to visit a workshop as
soon as the engine malfunction indicator lamp comes on. Check
local requirements.
A loss of pressure has been detected in the fuel system. The fuel
cap may not be closed properly or the fuel system may be leaky.
X
Check the fuel cap (
X
If it is not closed properly: Close the fuel cap.
X
If it is closed properly: Have the fuel system checked by an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
The engine oil temperature is above 284‡ (140†).
The engine is not cooled sufficiently and could be damaged.
X
Stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do
so and turn off the engine.
X
Let the engine cool.
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