Technical data, Service products and filling capacities – Mercedes-Benz G-Class 2013 Owners Manual User Manual

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Always use a suitable coolant mixture,

even in countries where high temperatures
prevail.
Otherwise, the engine cooling system is not
sufficiently protected from corrosion and
overheating.

The coolant is a mixture of water and
antifreeze/corrosion inhibitor. It performs
the following tasks:

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corrosion protection

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antifreeze protection

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raising the boiling point

If the coolant has antifreeze protection down
to -35 ‡ (-37 †), the boiling point of the
coolant in the pressure system is
approximately 266 ‡ (130 †).
The antifreeze/corrosion inhibitor
concentration in the engine cooling system
should:

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be at least 50%. This will protect the engine
cooling system against freezing down to
approximately -35 ‡ (-37 †).

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not exceed 55% (antifreeze protection
down to -49 ‡ [-45 †]). Otherwise, heat
will not be dissipated as effectively.

If the vehicle has lost coolant, add equal
amounts of water and antifreeze/corrosion
inhibitor. Mercedes-Benz recommends an
antifreeze/corrosion inhibitor in accordance
with MB Specifications for Service Products
310.1.
The coolant is checked with every
maintenance interval at a qualified specialist
workshop.

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When the vehicle is first delivered, it is

filled with a coolant mixture that ensures
adequate antifreeze and corrosion
protection.

The engine cooling system is filled with
coolant at the factory; this coolant contains
antifreeze/corrosion inhibitor that ensures

protection down to approximately -35 ‡
(-37 †).
Your vehicle has a range of aluminum
components. Aluminum components in the
engine make it necessary to use antifreeze/
corrosion inhibitor that has been specifically
formulated to protect the aluminum parts.
Using other antifreeze/corrosion inhibitors
without these characteristics affects the
service life.
The coolant must be used throughout the year
in order to maintain the necessary corrosion
protection and to provide protection from
overheating. In the Maintenance Booklet, you
can find information on the intervals for
renewal.
The renewal interval is determined by the
coolant type and the engine cooling system
design. The renewal interval in the
Maintenance Booklet is only valid if the
coolant is renewed or added to with
Mercedes-Benz approved products.
Therefore, only use MB 326.0 antifreeze/
corrosion inhibitor or another Mercedes-Benz
approved product of the same specification.
Information on other products with the same
specifications that are approved by
Mercedes-Benz can be obtained at an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or on the
Internet at
http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com.
If the coolant level is too low, MB 325.0
antifreeze/corrosion inhibitor should be
added. Have the engine cooling system
checked for possible leaks.

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