Mercedes-Benz Metris Operating Instructions Manual page 257

X
Turn cap : further and remove it from cool-
ant expansion tank ;.
X
Check the coolant level.
If the coolant is up to marker bar = in the
filler neck when cold, there is a sufficient
amount of coolant in coolant expansion
tank ;.
If the coolant is approximately 0.59 in
(1.5 cm) above marker bar = in the filler
neck when warm, there is a sufficient
amount of coolant in coolant expansion
tank ;.
Adding coolant
X
If the coolant drops under marker bar = in
the filler neck, add coolant.
Observe the information on the correct cool-
ant mixture ratio and the required water
quality under "Service products and capaci-
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ties" ( page 310). To prevent damage to
the engine cooling system, use only
approved corrosion inhibitor/antifreeze that
complies with the Mercedes-Benz Specifica-
tions for Service Products.
X
Replace cap : and tighten in a clockwise
direction.
X
Start the engine.
X
Set the temperature in the vehicle interior to
the maximum output on the air-conditioning
system control panel.
X
After approximately five minutes, switch off
the engine again and allow it to cool down.
X
Check the coolant level again and add cool-
ant if necessary.
X
Close the hood.
Brake fluid
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WARNING
Service products may be poisonous and haz-
ardous to health. There is a risk of injury.
Comply with instructions on the use, storage
and disposal of service products on the
labels of the respective original containers.
Always store service products sealed in their
original containers. Always keep service
products out of the reach of children.
Engine compartment
G
WARNING
Opening the hood when the engine is over-
heated or when there is a fire in the engine
compartment could expose you to hot gases
or other service products. There is a risk of
injury.
Let an overheated engine cool down before
opening the hood. If there is a fire in the
engine compartment, keep the hood closed
and contact the fire department.
G
WARNING
Certain components in the engine compart-
ment, such as the engine, radiator and parts
of the exhaust system, can become very
hot. Working in the engine compartment
poses a risk of injury.
Where possible, let the engine cool down
and touch only the components described in
the following.
Brake fluid is hazardous to health. Also
observe the safety notes under "Service prod-
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ucts and capacities" ( page 305).
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WARNING
The brake fluid constantly absorbs moisture
from the air. This lowers the boiling point of
the brake fluid. If the boiling point of the
brake fluid is too low, vapor pockets may
form in the brake system when the brakes
are applied hard. This would impair braking
efficiency. There is a risk of an accident.
You should have the brake fluid renewed at
the specified intervals.
If the brake fluid level in the brake fluid
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reservoir has fallen to the MIN mark or
below, check the brake system immediately
for leaks. Also check the thickness of the
brake linings. Visit a qualified specialist
workshop immediately.
Do not add brake fluid. This does not cor-
rect the malfunction.
! Brake fluid corrodes paint, plastic and rub-
ber. If paint, plastic or rubber has come into
contact with brake fluid, rinse with water
immediately.
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