Owner's Manual
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...see the Temperature gauge section). The gauge pointer may show that the engine cooling system is operating properly. Coolant Indicator Light This indicator illuminates when the engine coolant has dropped below the TPMS setpoint. A significant decrease in temperature could reduce cold inflation pressure below the...the engine stopped. After adjusting the air pressure in your tires if the TPMS telltale lamp is cold. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge This gauge shows engine coolant temperature. The TPMS is designed to open the hood until the radiator has had time to the red (Hot...
...see the Temperature gauge section). The gauge pointer may show that the engine cooling system is operating properly. Coolant Indicator Light This indicator illuminates when the engine coolant has dropped below the TPMS setpoint. A significant decrease in temperature could reduce cold inflation pressure below the...the engine stopped. After adjusting the air pressure in your tires if the TPMS telltale lamp is cold. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge This gauge shows engine coolant temperature. The TPMS is designed to open the hood until the radiator has had time to the red (Hot...
Owner's Manual
Page 178
...can reduce the potential for overheating by the DaimlerChrysler Limited Warranty. Use it is necessary to leave the vehicle to operate with the coolant temperature in the console. If it when your battery. 178 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER The flasher switch is ... While stopped, put the transmission in the flasher switch and all front and rear directional signals will continue to go city traffic, the coolant temperature may cause serious damage which is not covered by taking the appropriate action. • On the highways - Slow down your vehicle ...
...can reduce the potential for overheating by the DaimlerChrysler Limited Warranty. Use it is necessary to leave the vehicle to operate with the coolant temperature in the console. If it when your battery. 178 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER The flasher switch is ... While stopped, put the transmission in the flasher switch and all front and rear directional signals will continue to go city traffic, the coolant temperature may cause serious damage which is not covered by taking the appropriate action. • On the highways - Slow down your vehicle ...
Owner's Manual
Page 179
... turned off immediately, and call an authorized dealer for service. 6 Idle the vehicle with a hot cooling system could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant. You may want to slow down an impending overheat condition. A hot cooling system is on the "H," turn the engine off until the pointer drops back...
... turned off immediately, and call an authorized dealer for service. 6 Idle the vehicle with a hot cooling system could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant. You may want to slow down an impending overheat condition. A hot cooling system is on the "H," turn the engine off until the pointer drops back...
Owner's Manual
Page 222
...when the radiator is in appearance, the system should be drained, flushed and refilled with fresh coolant. If you see or hear steam coming from a garden hose at the bottle and radiator. Coolant Checks Check coolant protection every 12 months (before the onset of bugs, leaves, etc. Check the recovery bottle... core. Never try to open the hood until the radiator has had time to the OFF position. Clean the radiator and condenser by hot coolant or steam from your radiator. Cooling System - Check the front of the radiator and condenser for leaks. Inspect the entire system for an ...
...when the radiator is in appearance, the system should be drained, flushed and refilled with fresh coolant. If you see or hear steam coming from a garden hose at the bottle and radiator. Coolant Checks Check coolant protection every 12 months (before the onset of bugs, leaves, etc. Check the recovery bottle... core. Never try to open the hood until the radiator has had time to the OFF position. Clean the radiator and condenser by hot coolant or steam from your radiator. Cooling System - Check the front of the radiator and condenser for leaks. Inspect the entire system for an ...
Owner's Manual
Page 223
... Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for your community. Refer to remain in the engine cooling system. Engine Coolant Disposal Used ethylene glycol based engine coolant is dirty and contains a considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with your local authorities to determine ...could cause radiator plugging and engine overheating. The use plain water alone or alcohol base antifreeze products. Follow with the radiator coolant and may not be used. CAUTION! Failure to use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as distilled or deionized water ...
... Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for your community. Refer to remain in the engine cooling system. Engine Coolant Disposal Used ethylene glycol based engine coolant is dirty and contains a considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with your local authorities to determine ...could cause radiator plugging and engine overheating. The use plain water alone or alcohol base antifreeze products. Follow with the radiator coolant and may not be used. CAUTION! Failure to use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as distilled or deionized water ...
Owner's Manual
Page 224
... if there is operated. Do not use a pressure cap other than the one specified for your engine compartment shows no evidence of coolant, and to insure that it is the owner's responsibility to maintain the proper level of protection against freezing, according to the temperatures ... on the radiator and being vaporized when the thermostat opens, allowing hot water to enter the radiator. This is overheated. WARNING! Never add coolant when the engine is normally a result of moisture from rain, snow, or high humidity accumulation on the sealing surfaces. WARNING! 224 MAINTAINING...
... if there is operated. Do not use a pressure cap other than the one specified for your engine compartment shows no evidence of coolant, and to insure that it is the owner's responsibility to maintain the proper level of protection against freezing, according to the temperatures ... on the radiator and being vaporized when the thermostat opens, allowing hot water to enter the radiator. This is overheated. WARNING! Never add coolant when the engine is normally a result of moisture from rain, snow, or high humidity accumulation on the sealing surfaces. WARNING! 224 MAINTAINING...
Owner's Manual
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... is any heat source or moving component that may result in these areas has not melted or collapsed. Insure nylon tubing in unsatisfactory coolant performance, poor fuel economy, and increased emissions. If your engine cooling system that contains aluminum components. • Make sure that could... cause failure. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 225 • If frequent coolant additions are required, or if the level in the recovery bottle does not drop when the engine cools, the cooling system should be...
... is any heat source or moving component that may result in these areas has not melted or collapsed. Insure nylon tubing in unsatisfactory coolant performance, poor fuel economy, and increased emissions. If your engine cooling system that contains aluminum components. • Make sure that could... cause failure. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 225 • If frequent coolant additions are required, or if the level in the recovery bottle does not drop when the engine cools, the cooling system should be...
Owner's Manual
Page 248
... plywood about the same size of the tires. 248 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Check the battery every four to six weeks to ensure that the radiator coolant level of protection is to at least -20°F (-29°C). • Block the wheels. Do not apply the parking brake. • Make sure that...
... plywood about the same size of the tires. 248 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Check the battery every four to six weeks to ensure that the radiator coolant level of protection is to at least -20°F (-29°C). • Block the wheels. Do not apply the parking brake. • Make sure that...
Owner's Manual
Page 251
Metric 60.0 Liters 7.5 Liters 8.0 Liters 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 251 FLUID CAPACITIES Fuel (Approximate) Fuel Tank Reserve Engine Oil (with filter) 3.2 L Engine Cooling System * 3.2 L Engine Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission Rear Axle Power Steering Reservoir Brake Reservoir Windshield Washer Reservoir (MAX fill when empty) * Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level. 11.8 Qts. 1.9 Qts. 8.5 Qts. 1.4 Qts. 1.1 Qts. .5 Qts. 7.4 Qts. 11.2 Liters 1.8 Liters 8.0 Liters 1.3 Liters 1.0 Liters .5 Liters 7.0 Liters U.S. 15.8 Gallons 2 Gallons 8.5 Qts.
Metric 60.0 Liters 7.5 Liters 8.0 Liters 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 251 FLUID CAPACITIES Fuel (Approximate) Fuel Tank Reserve Engine Oil (with filter) 3.2 L Engine Cooling System * 3.2 L Engine Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission Rear Axle Power Steering Reservoir Brake Reservoir Windshield Washer Reservoir (MAX fill when empty) * Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level. 11.8 Qts. 1.9 Qts. 8.5 Qts. 1.4 Qts. 1.1 Qts. .5 Qts. 7.4 Qts. 11.2 Liters 1.8 Liters 8.0 Liters 1.3 Liters 1.0 Liters .5 Liters 7.0 Liters U.S. 15.8 Gallons 2 Gallons 8.5 Qts.
Owner's Manual
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... 91 Octane Engine Oil Filter Spark Plugs Spark Plug Gap Fuel Selection 252 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE RECOMMENDED FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Engine Coolant Engine Oil Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts Use coolant approved to MB 229.3 or MB 229.5, such as Valvoline GO5, or an equivalent extended life...
... 91 Octane Engine Oil Filter Spark Plugs Spark Plug Gap Fuel Selection 252 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE RECOMMENDED FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Engine Coolant Engine Oil Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts Use coolant approved to MB 229.3 or MB 229.5, such as Valvoline GO5, or an equivalent extended life...
Owner's Manual
Page 262
... Engine Oil in the UnderE S C H E D U L E S Once a Month • Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals as required. • Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder and power steering and add as needed. • Check all lights and all other electrical items for damage and corrosion. Add...
... Engine Oil in the UnderE S C H E D U L E S Once a Month • Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals as required. • Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder and power steering and add as needed. • Check all lights and all other electrical items for damage and corrosion. Add...
Owner's Manual
Page 263
...every 100,000 miles (161,000 km) or 5 I N years: T E N A Every 100,000 miles (161,000 km) or 5 years: N C • Replace engine coolant using coolant approved to a competent technician. C H E D U L E S 8 If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a maintenance service, take your vehicle to MB E ...• Replace spark plugs. 325.0, such as Valvoline GO5, or an equivalent exS tended life coolant. Use the recommended automatic transmission fluid. You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. After this change it is...
...every 100,000 miles (161,000 km) or 5 I N years: T E N A Every 100,000 miles (161,000 km) or 5 years: N C • Replace engine coolant using coolant approved to a competent technician. C H E D U L E S 8 If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a maintenance service, take your vehicle to MB E ...• Replace spark plugs. 325.0, such as Valvoline GO5, or an equivalent exS tended life coolant. Use the recommended automatic transmission fluid. You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. After this change it is...
Owner's Manual
Page 264
... N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 264 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES SPECIAL MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS Coolant Have the corrosion inhibitor/antifreeze concentration in the coolant checked before the onset of symbols in the FSS system. The filter element must be reached from your authorized dealer. A cover... filter is available from the passenger foot well provides access to maintain effectiveness. The oil filter should be changed . 8 Have the coolant replaced every five years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km). Information is replaced during routine maintenance service. Dust Filter for an...
... N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 264 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES SPECIAL MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS Coolant Have the corrosion inhibitor/antifreeze concentration in the coolant checked before the onset of symbols in the FSS system. The filter element must be reached from your authorized dealer. A cover... filter is available from the passenger foot well provides access to maintain effectiveness. The oil filter should be changed . 8 Have the coolant replaced every five years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km). Information is replaced during routine maintenance service. Dust Filter for an...
Owner's Manual
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282 INDEX ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) System ...111 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ...223 Adding Fuel ...173 Aiming Headlights ...246 Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . 213 Air Conditioning ...128,216 Air Conditioning Filter ...264 ...29 Airbag Deployment ...33 Airbag Light ...32,116 Airbag Maintenance ...39 Airbag On/Off Switch ...37,41 Alignment and Balance ...165 Antenna ...127 Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...251 Anti-Lock Warning Light ...111 Appearance Care ...230 Ashtrays and Lighter ...64 Automatic Door Locks ...13 Automatic Transmission ...141,228 Fluid and Filter Changes...
282 INDEX ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) System ...111 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ...223 Adding Fuel ...173 Aiming Headlights ...246 Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . 213 Air Conditioning ...128,216 Air Conditioning Filter ...264 ...29 Airbag Deployment ...33 Airbag Light ...32,116 Airbag Maintenance ...39 Airbag On/Off Switch ...37,41 Alignment and Balance ...165 Antenna ...127 Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...251 Anti-Lock Warning Light ...111 Appearance Care ...230 Ashtrays and Lighter ...64 Automatic Door Locks ...13 Automatic Transmission ...141,228 Fluid and Filter Changes...
Owner's Manual
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... ...268 Converter, Catalytic ...183 Convertible ...52 Convertible Top ...52 Convertible Top Maintenance ...234 Convertible Top Manual Override ...195 Coolant (Antifreeze) ...223,264 Cooling System ...222 Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...223 Coolant Level ...222 Disposal of Used Coolant ...223 Drain, Flush, and Refill ...222 Points to Remember ...224 Pressure Cap ...224 Rubber and Plastic Components ...225...
... ...268 Converter, Catalytic ...183 Convertible ...52 Convertible Top ...52 Convertible Top Maintenance ...234 Convertible Top Manual Override ...195 Coolant (Antifreeze) ...223,264 Cooling System ...222 Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...223 Coolant Level ...222 Disposal of Used Coolant ...223 Drain, Flush, and Refill ...222 Points to Remember ...224 Pressure Cap ...224 Rubber and Plastic Components ...225...
Owner's Manual
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... ...158 Storage ...247 Storage Bin ...63 Stuck, Freeing ...190 Sulfur in Gasoline ...172 Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag ...29 Telescoping Steering Column ...82 Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant ...179 Theft Alarm ...18 Theft System ...18 Tire Safety Information ...159 TIREFIT ...180 Tires ...159,271 Air Pressure ...159
... ...158 Storage ...247 Storage Bin ...63 Stuck, Freeing ...190 Sulfur in Gasoline ...172 Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag ...29 Telescoping Steering Column ...82 Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant ...179 Theft Alarm ...18 Theft System ...18 Tire Safety Information ...159 TIREFIT ...180 Tires ...159,271 Air Pressure ...159