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Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display
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Display messages
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If the message Check Engine Oil At Next
Refueling appears while the engine is
running and at operating temperature, the
engine oil level has dropped to approximately
the minimum level.
The message will be stored in the vehicle
status message memory after you have
cleared it from the multifunction display.
Visually check for oil leaks. If there are no
obvious oil leaks, drive to the nearest service
station to refill your engine oil to the required
level.
Display messages
C
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Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
The battery is no longer charging.
Possible causes:
alternator malfunctioning
R
broken poly-V-belt
R
a malfunction in the electronic system
R
X
Stop immediately in a safe location or as soon as it is safe
to do so and check the poly-V-belt.
X
If it is broken: Do not continue to drive. Otherwise the
engine will overheat due to an inoperative water pump
which may result in damage to the engine. Contact an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
X
If it is intact: Drive to the nearest authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center immediately. Adjust driving to be consistent
with reduced braking responsiveness.
Check
The engine oil has dropped to a critical level.
Engine
X
Check the engine oil level (
Oil At
as required (
Next
X
If you must add engine oil frequently, have the engine
Refueling
checked for possible leaks.
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
The fuel level is low.
X
Refuel at the next gas station.
Fuel
The fuel level has dropped below the reserve mark.
Level Low
X
Refuel at the next gas station.
Y
page 189) and add engine oil
Y
page 190).
For information on approved engine oils
contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
or visit www.mbusa.com (USA only).
!
Engine oil level warnings should not be
ignored. Extended driving with the symbol
displayed could result in serious engine
damage that is not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
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