Maintenance; Notes - Mercedes-Benz E-Class Operator's Manual

Maintenance

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filler neck when warm, there is enough
coolant in expansion tank ;.
If necessary, add coolant that has been
X
tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Replace cap : and turn it clockwise as far
X
as it will go.
For further information on coolant, see
( page 423).
Y
Adding washer fluid to the windshield
washer system
G WARNING
Certain components in the engine
compartment, 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.
G
WARNING
Windshield washer concentrate is highly
flammable. If it comes into contact with hot
engine components or the exhaust system it
could ignite. There is a risk of fire and injury.
Make sure that no windshield washer
concentrate is spilled next to the filler neck.
To open: pull cap : upwards by the tab.
X
Add the premixed washer fluid.
X
To close: press cap : onto the filler neck
X
until it engages.
If the washer fluid level drops below the
recommended minimum of 1 liter, a message
appears in the multifunction display
prompting you to add washer fluid
( page 283).
Y
Further information on windshield washer
fluid/antifreeze ( page 424).
Y
Maintenance
ASSYST PLUS
Service messages
The ASSYST PLUS service interval display
informs you of the next service due date.
Information on the type of service and service
intervals (see the separate Maintenance
Booklet).
You can obtain further information from an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at
http://www.mbusa.com (USA only).
i
The ASSYST PLUS service interval display
does not show any information on the
engine oil level. Observe the notes on the
engine oil level ( page 337).
Y
The multifunction display shows a service
message for several seconds, e.g.:
Service A in .. Days Service A in .. Days
R
Service A Due Service A Due
R
Service A Exceeded by .. Days Service A Exceeded by .. Days
R
Depending on the operating conditions of the
vehicle, the remaining time or distance until
the next service due date is displayed.
The letter A A or B B , possibly in connection with
a number or another letter, shows the type of
service. A A stands for a minor service and
a major service.
You can obtain further information from an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
The ASSYST PLUS service interval display
does not take into account any periods of
time during which the battery is
disconnected.
B B for