Checking Coolant Level - Mercedes-Benz 380 SL Owner's Manual

Checking Fuels
1 Coolant Filler
2 Marking for coolant level
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Coolants Lubricants etc.

Checking Coolant Level

The coolant reservoir with filler
neck is arranged away from the
radiator. To replenish coolant, the
car must be on level ground.
Do not remove pressure cap on
coolant reservoir if engine tempera
ture is above 90° C /194° F. Allow
engine to cool down before remov­
ing cap. The coolant reservoir con­
tains hot water and is under pres­
sure.
First turn cap to first notch to
relieve excess pressure using a
rag. If opened immediately, hot
scalding fluid and steam will be
blown out under pressure.
If a small amount of coolant has to
be added (due to evaporation of
water), plain water can be added.
If a larger quantity of coolant has to
be added, a 50/50 mixture of water
and antifreeze should be used.
The coolant level must reach:
• the mark indicated on the reser­
voir when the coolant is cold.
2 0.8
• approximately c m /
when the coolant is hot
The drain plugs are situated on the
R-H and L-H engine side and on
the radiator bottom.
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