Automatic Transmission - Mercedes-Benz Metris Operating Instructions Manual

Automatic transmission

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Problems with the engine
Problem
The engine does not
start.
The starter motor can
be heard.
The engine does not
start.
The starter motor can
be heard. The reserve
fuel warning lamp is lit
and the fuel gauge is at
0.
The engine does not
start.
The starter motor can-
not be heard.
The engine does not
start.
The starter motor can-
not be heard.
The engine is not run-
ning smoothly and is
misfiring.
Automatic transmission
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
The vehicle can suddenly accelerate if the
engine speed is above the engine idling
speed and you then select transmission
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
There is a malfunction in the fuel supply.
X
Turn the key back to position g in the ignition lock before
attempting to start the engine again.
X
Start the engine again.
Please bear in mind that lengthy and frequent starting attempts
will drain the battery.
If the engine does not start after several attempts:
X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
The fuel tank has been run dry.
X
Refuel the vehicle.
The on-board voltage is too low. The battery is too weak or dis-
charged.
X
Y
Jump-start the vehicle (
If the engine cannot be jump-started, the starter motor is faulty.
X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
The battery is discharged or faulty.
X
Check the battery for damage.
X
Y
Charge the battery ( page 262).
There is a malfunction in the engine electronics or a mechanical
component of the engine management system.
X
Only depress the accelerator pedal slightly.
Unburnt fuel may otherwise get into the catalytic converter and
damage it.
X
Have the cause rectified immediately at a qualified specialist
workshop.
position h or k. There is a risk of an acci-
dent.
When engaging transmission position h or
k at a standstill, always keep the brake
pedal depressed firmly and do not depress
the accelerator pedal at the same time.
page 272).