Operation
Engine compartment
The coolant expansion tank is located on
the driver’s side of the engine compart-
ment.
̈ Using a rag, turn cap 1 slowly approx-
imately one half turn counterclockwise
to release any excess pressure.
Warning!
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In order to avoid potentially serious burns:
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Continue turning cap 1 counterclock-
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Use extreme caution when opening the
hood if there are any signs of steam or
coolant leaking from the cooling system,
or if the coolant temperature gauge indi-
cates that the coolant is overheated.
wise and remove it.
Coolant level 4 is correct if the level:
ț
for cold coolant: reaches the top of
indicator wall 3 visible through the
filling opening
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Do not remove pressure cap on coolant
reservoir if coolant temperature is
above 158°F (70°C). Allow engine to
cool down before removing cap. The
coolant reservoir contains hot fluid and
is under pressure.
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for warm coolant: is approximately
0.6
in (1.5 cm) higher
1
2
3
Cap
Coolant expansion tank
Indicator wall
̈ Add coolant as required.
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Replace and tighten cap 1.
ț
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Using a rag, slowly open the cap approx-
1
imately / turn to relieve excess pres-
2
For more information on coolant, see
“Coolants” (୴ page 565).
4 Coolant level
sure. If opened immediately, scalding
hot fluid and steam will be blown out un-
der pressure.
Do not spill antifreeze on hot engine
parts. Antifreeze contains ethylene gly-
col which may burn if it comes into con-
tact with hot engine parts.
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| Categories | Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Manuals, Mercedes-Benz Manuals |
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| Tags | Mercedes-Benz GL320 CDI, Mercedes-Benz GL450, Mercedes-Benz X164 |
| Model Year | 2007 |
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