Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Owner's Manual page 162

Engine
Display messages
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Coolant Stop vehi‐
cle Turn engine off
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Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
The coolant is too hot. In addition, the ? warning lamp in the
instrument cluster lights up and a warning tone sounds.
Stop the vehicle immediately, paying attention to road and traf-
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fic conditions, and switch off the engine.
Make sure that the air supply to the radiator is not blocked, e.g.
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by snow, slush or ice.
Wait until the display message disappears before restarting the
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engine. Otherwise, there is a risk of engine damage.
Pay attention to the coolant temperature display.
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If the coolant temperature increases again, visit a qualified spe-
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cialist workshop immediately.
The poly-V-belt may have torn. A warning tone also sounds.
Stop the vehicle immediately, paying attention to road and traf-
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fic conditions, and switch off the engine.
Check the poly-V-belt.
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If the poly-V-belt is not damaged: do not start the engine
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again until the display message disappears. Otherwise, there is
a risk of engine damage.
If the poly-V-belt is torn: do not continue driving. Consult a
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qualified specialist workshop.
The engine fan is faulty.
If the coolant temperature is less than 120 †, you can continue
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driving to the nearest qualified specialist workshop.
Avoid subjecting the engine to heavy loads (e.g. driving in moun-
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tainous terrain) and stop-and-go driving.
Displays and operation
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