Warning Lamp; Coolant - Mercedes-Benz Vito Operating Instructions Manual

Problem
N The yellow engine oil lev-
el warning lamp lights
up, the HI engine oil lev-
el message appears in
the display and the warn-
ing buzzer sounds after
the engine is started or
while the vehicle is in
motion.
N The yellow engine oil lev-
el warning lamp lights up
repeatedly while the ve-
hicle is in motion.
/ The yellow coolant level
warning lamp lights up
while the engine is run-
ning.
Ì The red coolant warning
lamp lights up while the
engine is running.
Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions
The engine oil level is above the
maximum.
There is a malfunction in the en-
gine oil level display.
The coolant level is too low.
Never run the engine if the cool-
ant level is too low. The engine
could overheat and be dam-
aged.
The coolant temperature is too
high.
Nur fuer internen Gebrauch
E
Check the engine oil level and, if necessary, have engine oil si-
phoned off at the nearest filling station (
You could otherwise damage the engine or catalytic converter.
E
If the oil level is correct, have the malfunction rectified as soon
as possible at a qualified specialist workshop.
E
Have the vehicle checked immediately at a qualified specialist
workshop.
E
Pull over, paying attention to the traffic conditions while doing
so.
E
Switch the engine off to let it cool down.
E
Top up coolant, and note the warning notes while doing so
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( page 251).
E
If you are having to top up the coolant frequently, have the
cooling system checked at a qualified specialist workshop.
E
Pull over, paying attention to the traffic conditions while doing
so.
E
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Practical advice
Troubleshooting
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