Mercedes-Benz CL-Class 2008 COMAND 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 malfunc-
tion 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 Limp-Home Mode (emergency oper-
ation).
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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 identification of
system malfunctions through the read-
out of diagnostic trouble codes. It is lo-
cated in the front left area of the
footwell.
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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.