Display Message - Mercedes-Benz G-Class Operator's Manual

Display messages
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Engine
Display messages
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Check Coolant
Level. See Opera‐
tor's Manual
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Coolant Too Hot
Stop Vehicle Switch
Engine Off
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
The coolant level is too low.
Add coolant, observing the warning notes before doing so
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( page 238).
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Have the coolant system checked at a qualified specialist workshop
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if the coolant needs topping up more often than usual.
The fan motor is faulty.
At coolant temperatures below 248 ‡ (120 †), drive to the nearest
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qualified specialist workshop.
Avoid heavy loads on the engine as you do so, e.g. driving in moun-
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tainous terrain and stop-start traffic.
The coolant is too hot.
A warning tone also sounds.
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WARNING
Do not drive when your engine is overheated. This can cause some
fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch
fire.
Steam from the overheated engine can also cause serious burns which
can occur just by opening the hood.
There is a risk of injury.
Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, pay-
X
ing attention to road and traffic conditions.
Secure the vehicle against rolling away (
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Leave the vehicle and keep a safe distance from the vehicle until the
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engine has cooled down.
Make sure that the air supply to the engine radiator is not blocked,
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e.g. by snow, slush or ice.
Do not start the engine again until the display message goes out and
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the coolant temperature is below 248 ‡ (120 †). Otherwise, the
engine could be damaged.
Pay attention to the coolant temperature display.
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If the temperature increases again, visit a qualified specialist work-
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shop immediately.
Under normal operating conditions and with the specified coolant
level, the coolant temperature may rise to 248 ‡ (120 †).
page 130).
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