Mercedes-Benz SL Operator's Manual page 239

Warning/
N Signal type
indicator
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
lamp
? N The red coolant warning lamp comes on while the engine is running.
The coolant level is too low.
If the coolant level is correct, the airflow to the engine radiator may be blocked or
the electric engine radiator fan may be faulty.
The coolant is too hot and the engine is no longer being cooled sufficiently.
Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display.
X
Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, paying attention
X
to road and traffic conditions.
Secure the vehicle against rolling away (
X
Leave the vehicle and keep a safe distance from the vehicle until the engine has
X
cooled down.
Check the coolant level and add coolant, observing the warning notes
X
( page 263).
Y
If you have to add coolant frequently, have the engine cooling system checked.
X
Make sure that the air supply to the engine radiator is not blocked, e.g. by snow,
X
slush or ice.
Do not start the engine again until the coolant temperature gauge is below the H
X
marking (
Drive to the nearest qualified specialist workshop.
X
Avoid heavy loads on the engine as you do so, e.g. driving in mountainous terrain
X
and stop-and-go traffic.
? N The red coolant warning lamp comes on while the engine is running.
The coolant temperature gauge has exceeded the H marking (
airflow to the engine radiator may be blocked or the coolant level may be too low.
G
WARNING
The engine is not being cooled sufficiently and may be damaged.
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.
Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display.
X
Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, paying attention
X
to road and traffic conditions.
Secure the vehicle against rolling away (
X
Leave the vehicle and keep a safe distance from the vehicle until the engine has
X
cooled down.
Check the coolant level and add coolant, observing the warning notes
X
( page 263).
Y
If you have to add coolant frequently, have the engine cooling system checked.
X
Make sure that the air supply to the engine radiator is not blocked, e.g. by snow,
X
slush or ice.
page 190). Otherwise, the engine could be damaged.
Y
Warning and indicator lamps
page 145).
Y
page 145).
Y
237
page 190). The
Y
Z