Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 2008 Owners Manual - Manual (Page 347)

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Practical hints
What to do if …
Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution
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(USA only)
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(Canada only)
The yellow engine malfunction
indicator lamp comes on when
the engine is running.
There is a malfunction in:
ț The fuel injection system
ț The ignition system
ț The emission control system
ț Systems which effect emissions
Such malfunctions may result in excessive
emissions values and may switch the engine
to its limp-home (emergency operation)
mode.
̈ Have the vehicle checked as soon as
possible by an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
An on-board diagnostic connector is
used by the service station to link the
vehicle to the shop diagnostics
system. It allows the accurate identifi-
cation of system malfunctions
through the readout of diagnostic
trouble codes. It is located in the front
left area of the footwell next to the
parking brake pedal.
i Some states may by law require you to visit
a workshop as soon as the engine malfunction
indicator lamp comes on. Check local require-
ments.