Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class 2008 Owners Manual 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.

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 (

page 320).

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 at an autho-
rized Mercedes-Benz Center.

The red coolant warning lamp
comes on when the engine is run-
ning.

There is insufficient coolant in the
reservoir.

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Add coolant to prevent engine from overheat-
ing (

page 328).

If this warning lamp comes on fre-
quently, there is a leak in the cooling
system.

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Have the cooling system checked.

If the coolant level is correct, the
electric radiator fan may be broken.

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If the coolant temperature is below 248°F
(120 °C), you can continue driving to the
nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

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Avoid high engine loads (e.g. driving uphill)
and stop-and-go driving.

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