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Mercedes-Benz SLR-Class 2007 User Manual

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Practical hints

What to do if ...

During severe operating conditions and
stop-and-go city traffic, the coolant tem-
perature may rise close to 248°F (120°C).

Left display

Right display

Possible cause/
consequence

Possible solution

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Observe the coolant temperature gauge in the
instrument cluster (

page 29).

If the temperature rises again:

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Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
immediately.

Warning!

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Driving when your engine is overheated can

cause some fluids which may have leaked

into the engine compartment to catch fire.

You could be seriously burned.

Steam from an overheated engine can cause

serious burns which can occur just by open-

ing the hood. Stay away from the engine if

you see or hear steam coming from it.

Stop the vehicle in a safe location away from

other traffic. Turn off the engine, get out of

the vehicle and do not stand near the vehicle

until the engine has cooled down.

!

The engine should not be operated with the

coolant temperature above 248°F (120°C).
Doing so may cause serious engine damage
which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz
Limited Warranty.