Notes - Mercedes-Benz 2016 Metris Operator's Manual

Rear axle
Operating fluid: transmission oil
Product name/number
Mobilube FE 75W-85
Mobilube FE Plus NG
75W-85
MB Sheet No. 235.7
More information can be obtained at any quali-
fied specialist workshop.
Brake fluid
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WARNING
The brake fluid constantly absorbs moisture
from the air. This lowers the boiling point of
the brake fluid. If the boiling point of the brake
fluid is too low, vapor pockets may form in the
brake system when the brakes are applied
hard. This would impair braking efficiency.
There is a risk of an accident.
You should have the brake fluid renewed at
the specified intervals.
!
Brake fluid corrodes paint, plastic and rub-
ber. If paint, plastic or rubber has come into
contact with brake fluid, rinse with water
immediately.
When handling, storing and disposing of brake
fluid, please observe the relevant regulations
and the important safety notes for service prod-
ucts ( page 296).
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Over a period of time, the brake fluid absorbs
moisture from the air. This reduces its boiling
point.
Have the brake fluid renewed every 2 years at a
qualified specialist workshop.
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There is usually a notice in the engine com-
partment to remind you when the next brake
fluid change is due.
Use only approved brake fluids that comply with
the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service
Products. Always check for the identification
DOT 4 plus.
Service products and capacities
Information about approved brake fluids can be
obtained:
at any qualified specialist workshop
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Maintenance
on the Internet at
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interval
http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com.
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Coolant
Important safety notes
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WARNING
If antifreeze comes into contact with hot com-
ponents in the engine compartment, it may
ignite. There is a risk of fire and injury.
Let the engine cool down before you add anti-
freeze. Make sure that antifreeze is not spilled
next to the filler neck. Thoroughly clean the
antifreeze from components before starting
the engine.
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Take care not to spill any coolant on painted
surfaces. You could otherwise damage the
paintwork.
When handling, storing and disposing of coolant
and antifreeze, please observe the relevant reg-
ulations and the important safety notes for oper-
ating fluids (
Coolant additive with corrosion and
antifreeze protection
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Use only approved antifreeze/corrosion
inhibitor that complies with MB Specification
for Service Products, Sheet Number 325.
Using other, non-approved antifreeze/corro-
sion inhibitors may cause damage to the cool-
ant system and reduce the engine's service
life.
The coolant is a mixture of water and antifreeze
and corrosion inhibitor. It performs the following
tasks:
Anti-corrosion protection
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Antifreeze protection
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Raises the boiling point
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When the vehicle is first delivered, it is filled with
a coolant mixture that ensures adequate anti-
freeze/corrosion protection. Coolant must
remain in the engine cooling system all year
round to ensure anti-corrosion protection and a
page 296).
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