Important Safety Notes - Mercedes-Benz 2016 Metris Operator's Manual

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This Operator's Manual describes all models as
well as standard and optional equipment of your
vehicle that were available at the time of going
to print. Country-specific variations are possi-
ble. Note that your vehicle may not be equipped
with all of the described functions. This also
applies to systems and functions relevant to
safety.
Read the information on qualified specialist
workshops ( page 30).
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Engine compartment
Hood

Important safety notes

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WARNING
If the hood is unlatched, it may open up when
the vehicle is in motion and block your view.
There is a risk of an accident.
Never unlatch the hood while driving. Before
every trip, ensure that the hood is locked.
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WARNING
Opening the hood when the engine is over-
heated or when there is a fire in the engine
compartment could expose you to hot gases
or other service products. There is a risk of
injury.
Let an overheated engine cool down before
opening the hood. If there is a fire in the
engine compartment, keep the hood closed
and contact the fire department.
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WARNING
The engine compartment contains moving
components. Certain components, such as
the radiator fan, may continue to run or start
again suddenly when the ignition is off. There
is a risk of injury.
Engine compartment
If you need to do any work inside the engine
compartment:
switch off the ignition
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never reach into the area where there is a
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risk of danger from moving components,
such as the fan rotation area
remove jewelry and watches
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keep items of clothing and hair, for exam-
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ple, away from moving parts
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WARNING
The ignition system operates with a high volt-
age. If you touch the live components, you
could receive an electric shock. There is an
increased risk of injury.
Never touch components of the ignition sys-
tem if:
the engine is running or being started
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the key is in radio position or drive position
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in the ignition lock
The live components of the ignition system are,
for example:
ignition coils
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spark plug connectors
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diagnostic sockets
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WARNING
Certain components in the engine compart-
ment, such as the engine, radiator and parts
of the exhaust system, can become very hot.
Working in the engine compartment poses a
risk of injury.
Where possible, let the engine cool down and
touch only the components described in the
following.
If you have to carry out work in the engine com-
partment, only touch the following components:
Hood
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Oil dipstick
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Engine oil filler neck cap
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Washer fluid reservoir cap
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Coolant expansion tank cap
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