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Wa r n i n g !
To help prevent personal injury, stay clear of
moving parts when the hood is open and the engine
is running. Be sure the hood is properly closed
before driving. When closing hood, use extreme
caution not to catch hands or fingers.The radiator fan may continue to run for
approximately 30 seconds or even restart after the
engine has been turned off. Stay clear from fan
blades.The engine is equipped with a transistorized
ignition system. Because of the high voltage it is
dangerous to touch any components (ignition coils,
spark plug sockets, diagnostic socket) of the
ignition system
• with the engine running,
• while starting the engine,
• if ignition is “on” and the engine is turned
manually.
If you see flames, steam or smoke coming from the
engine compartment, or if the coolant temperature
gauge indicates that the engine is overheated, do
not open the hood. Move away from vehicle and do
not open the hood until the engine has cooled. If
necessary, call a fire department.
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Coolant level
To check the coolant level, the vehicle must be parked
on level ground and the engine stopped.
Check coolant level only when coolant is cold.
The coolant level should reach the COLD LEVEL mark in
the reservoir.
Anticorrosion / antifreeze mixture, see page 366.
After adding coolant, close cap until you hear it click a
few times.Adding coolant
If coolant has to be added, a 50 / 50 mixture of water and
MB anticorrosion / antifreeze should be added.
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Wa r n i n g !
In order to avoid possible serious burns or injury:
• Use extreme caution when opening the hood if
there are any signs of steam or coolant leaking
from the cooling system, or if the coolant
temperature gauge indicates that the coolant is
overheated.• Do not remove pressure cap on coolant
reservoir if engine temperature is above 194
°F
(90
°C). Allow engine to cool down before
removing cap. The coolant reservoir contains
hot fluid and is under pressure.
• Using a rag, slowly open cap approximately
1/2 turn to relieve excess pressure. If opened
immediately, scalding hot fluid and steam will
be blown out under pressure.• Do not spill antifreeze on hot engine parts.
Antifreeze contains ethylene glycol which may
burn if it comes into contact with hot engine
parts.
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Replacing wiper blades
For safety reasons, remove electronic key from starter
switch before replacing the wiper blade, otherwise the
motor can suddenly turn on and cause injury.
Notes:
Do not open engine hood with wiper arm folded forward.
Do not allow the wiper arm to contact the windshield
glass without a wiper blade inserted. The glass may be
scratched or broken.
Make certain that the wiper blade is properly installed.
An improperly installed wiper blade may cause
windshield damage.
The wiper with air spoiler should be mounted on the
driver’s side.Replacing windshield/rear window wiper blade
Removal:
Fold wip er arm (1 ) forward (win ds hield ) / rear war d (rear
window) and turn wiper blade (2) at a right angle to the
arm. Push safety tab (3) of attachment link (4) and slide
the wiper blade from the end of the wiper arm. Remove
the wiper blade.
Installation:
Slide wiper blade into end of wiper arm until it locks in
place.
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373 Index
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Gasoline additives ....................................................365
Premium unleaded gasoline ................. 259, 362, 364
Fuel filler flap, manual release ...................................347
Fuel requirements ......................................................... 364
Fuel reserve warning ....................................................268
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - Capacities .............. 361
Fuse box in battery box ................................................300
Fuse box in front passenger footwell ......................... 298
Fuse box in middle tunnel ........................................... 299
Fuse box in the passenger compartment ................... 297
Fuses, electrical ............................................................. 297
GGarage door opener ....................................................... 185
Gasoline
Additives .................................................................... 365
Fuel requirements ....................................................364
Premium unleaded ................................................... 364
Glove box ......................................................................... 163
HHazard warning flasher switch ................................... 139
Head restraints
Rear ............................................................................. 173
Removal ...................................................................... 173
Head restraints, front seats
Removal and installation ........................................... 51
Headlamp assembly
Halogen ...................................................................... 329
Headlamp cleaning system ........................................... 133
Headlamp mode (HEADLAMPS) .................................. 130
Heated seats, front ........................................................... 52
Heated seats, rear ............................................................ 54
High and low beam, bulb .............................................. 331
Hood ................................................................................ 302IIdentification labels ...................................................... 357
Illuminated vanity mirrors ........................................... 161
Indicator lamps in the instrument cluster ...................86
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