Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Roadster Operator's Manual page 189

Engine
Display messages
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Check Coolant Check Coolant Level Level
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Coolant Too Hot Coolant Too Hot
Stop Vehicle Turn Stop Vehicle Turn
Engine Off Engine Off
Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions
The coolant level is too low.
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Avoid longer journeys when there is insufficient coolant in the
engine cooling system. You could otherwise damage the engine.
Add coolant, observing the warning notes before doing so
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( page 239).
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If coolant needs to be added more often than usual, have the engine
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coolant system checked at a qualified specialist workshop.
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-and-go 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-
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ing attention to road and traffic conditions.
Secure the vehicle against rolling away (
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Wait until the engine has cooled down.
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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 gage.
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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 †).
Display messages
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