Practical hints
What to do if …
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(USA only)
Your fuel tank is empty.
̈ After refuelling, start, turn off, and re-
start the engine three or four times in
succession.
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(Canada only)
The yellow engine malfunction
indicator lamp comes on while
driving.
The limp-home mode is canceled. You
do not need to have your vehicle
checked.
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The red coolant warning lamp
comes on when the engine is
running.
There is insufficient coolant in the reservoir.
̈ Immediately add coolant to prevent
engine from overheating
(୴ page 276).
If this warning lamp comes on frequently,
there is a leak in the cooling system.
̈ Have the cooling system checked.
If the coolant level is correct, the electric ra- ̈ If the coolant temperature is below
diator fan may be broken.
248°F (120°C), you can continue
driving to the nearest authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
̈
Avoid high engine loads (e.g. driving
uphill) and stop-and-go driving.
D
The red coolant warning lamp
The coolant temperature has exceeded
̈ Stop as soon as possible and allow
comes on while driving and you 248°F (120°C).
hear a warning sound.
the engine and coolant to cool down.
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| Categories | Mercedes-Benz Manuals, Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Manuals |
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| Tags | Mercedes-Benz SL500, Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG, Mercedes-Benz SL600, Mercedes-Benz SL65 |
| Model Year | 2005 |
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