Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2008 Owners Manual User Manual
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Practical hints
What to do if …?
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Possible cause/consequence
Possible solution
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Check
Coolant Level
See Operator’s Manu-
al
The coolant level is too low.
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Add coolant (
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If you have to add coolant frequently, have
the cooling system checked at an autho-
rized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Warning!
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Do not spill antifreeze on hot engine parts.
Antifreeze contains ethylene glycol which
may burn if it comes into contact with hot
engine parts. You could be seriously burned.
!
Do not ignore the low engine coolant level
warning. Extended driving with the message and
symbol displayed may cause serious engine
damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Lim-
ited Warranty.
Do not drive without a sufficient amount of cool-
ant in the cooling system. The engine will over-
heat, causing major engine damage.