Mercedes-Benz 2003 G 55 AMG - Manual (Page 49)

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Getting started
Driving
Problems while driving
The engine runs erratically and misfires
ț An ignition cable may be damaged.
ț The engine electronics may not be op-
erating properly.
ț Unburned gasoline may have entered
the catalytic converter and damaged it.
̈ Give very little gas.
̈ Have the problem repaired by an au-
thorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck
Center as soon as possible.
The coolant temperature is over 248°F
(120°C)
The coolant is too hot and is no longer
cooling the engine.
̈ Stop the vehicle as soon as possible
and turn off the engine. Allow engine
and coolant to cool.
̈ Check the coolant level and add cool-
ant if necessary (
୴ page 220).
In case of accident
If the vehicle is leaking gasoline:
̈ Do not start the engine under any cir-
cumstances.
̈ Notify local fire and/or police authori-
ties.
If the extent of the damage cannot be de-
termined:
̈ Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Light Truck Center.
If no damage can be determined on the
ț major assemblies
ț fuel system
ț engine mount:
̈ Start the engine in the usual manner.
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Excessive coolant temperatures trigger
a warning message in the multifunction
display (
୴ page 252).