Outside Temperature Indicator
The temperature sensor is located in the front bumper area. Due to its location, the sensor can be affected by road or
engine heat during idling or slow driving. This means that the accuracy of the displayed temperature can only be
verified by comparison to a thermometer placed next, to the sensor, not by comparison to external displays (e.g. bank
signs etc.).
Adaptation to ambient temperature takes place in steps and depends on the prevailing driving conditions (stop-and-
go or moderate, constant driving) and amount of temperature change.
Warning !
The outside temperature indicator is not designed to serve as an Ice-Warning Device and is therefore
unsuitable for that purpose. Indicated temperatures just above the freezing point do not guarantee that the
road surface is free of ice.
Coolant Temperature Gauge
If the antifreeze mixture is effective to -22°F (-30°C), the boiling point of the coolant in the pressurized cooling system
of your vehicle is approx. 266°F (130°C). During severe operating conditions and stop-and-go city traffic, the coolant
temperature may rise close to the red marking. The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature in
the red zone. Doing so may cause serious engine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.
Warning !
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Driving when your engine is badly overheated can cause some fluids which may
have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire. You could be seriously burned.
Steam from an overheated engine can cause serious burns and can occur just by opening
the engine hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it.
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Turn off the engine, get out of the vehicle and do not stand near the car until it cools down.
| Categories | Mercedes-Benz C-Class Manuals, Mercedes-Benz Manuals |
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| Tags | Mercedes-Benz C-Class, Mercedes-Benz C230, Mercedes-Benz C280, Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG, Mercedes-benz W203 |
| Model Year | 2000 |
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