Mercedes-Benz 2006 C-Class User Manual
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Practical hints
What to do if …
Problem
Possible cause/consequence
Suggested solution
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The yellow engine malfunction
indicator lamp comes on while
driving.
There is a malfunction in:
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The fuel management system
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The ignition system
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The emission control system
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Systems which affect emissions
Such malfunctions may result in excessive
emissions values and may switch the en-
gine to its limp-home (emergency
operation) mode.
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Have the vehicle checked as soon as pos-
sible 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 identification of system malfunc-
tions through the readout of diagnostic
trouble codes. It is located in the front left
area of the footwell next to the parking
brake pedal.
A loss of pressure has been detected in the
fuel system. The fuel cap may not be
closed properly or the fuel system may be
leaky.
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Check the fuel cap (
If it is not closed properly:
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Close the fuel cap.
If it is closed properly:
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Have the fuel system checked by an autho-
rized Mercedes-Benz Center.