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![MERCEDES-BENZ GLE SUV 2019 Owners Manual Ionization ....................................... 131
Maximum cooling .......................... 130
Notes on using the automatic cli-
mate control .................................. 127
Overview of MERCEDES-BENZ GLE SUV 2019 Owners Manual Ionization ....................................... 131
Maximum cooling .......................... 130
Notes on using the automatic cli-
mate control .................................. 127
Overview of](/img/4/34802/w960_34802-9.png)
Ionization ....................................... 131
Maximum cooling .......................... 130
Notes on using the automatic cli-
mate control .................................. 127
Overview of systems ...................... 122
Problem with the rear window
defroster ........................................ 131
Problems with cooling with air
dehumidification ............................ 128
Rear control panel .........................1 25
Refrigerant ..................................... 389
Refrigerant filling capacity ............. 390
Setting the air distribution ............. 129
Setting the air vents ..................... .132
Setting the airflow ......................... 129
Setting the climate mode (AIR
FLOW) ............................................ 128
Setting the temperature ................ 128
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ............................................ 131
Switching on/off ........................... 127
Switching residual heat on/off ...... 131
Switching the rear window
defroster on/off ............................ 130
Switching the ZONE function
on/off ............................................ 129
Coat hooks ......................................... 302
Cockpit
Overview .......................................... 36
see Instrument cluster
Collapsible spare wheel
Inflating ......................................... 379
see Emergency spare wheel
COMAND
Driving dynamics displa y............... 219
COMAND display
Cleaning ......................................... 332
Combination switch .......................... 111
Connecting a USB device
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 287
Consumption statistics (on-board
computer) .......................................... 232
Controller ........................................... 288
Convenience closing feature .............. 90
Convenience opening feature ............ 89Coolant (engine)
Checking the level ......................... 324
Display message ............................ 257
Filling capacity ............................... 389
Important safety notes .................. 388
Temperature (on-board computer, Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ............... 241
Temperature gaug e........................ 230
Warning lamp ................................. 283
Cooling
see Climate control
Copyright ............................................. 35
Cornering light function
Display message ............................ 256
Crash-responsive emergency light-
ing ....................................................... 115
Crosswind Assist ................................. 72
Crosswind driving assistance ............ 72
Cruise control
Activating ....................................... 170
Activation conditions ..................... 170
Cruise control lever ....................... 170
Deactivating ................................... 171
Display message ............................ 267
Driving system ............................... 169
Function/note s............................. 169
Important safety notes .................. 169
Storing and maintaining current
speed ............................................. 170
Cup holder
Center console .............................. 305
Important safety notes .................. 304
Rear compartment ......................... 305
Temperature controlled ................. 305
Customer Assistance Center
(CAC) ..................................................... 31
Customer Relations Department ....... 31 D
Dashboard see Instrument cluster
Data
see Technical data
Data carrier
Selecting ........................................ 235
Daytime running lamps
Display message ............................ 256 8
Index
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![MERCEDES-BENZ GLE SUV 2019 Owners Manual Data acquisition ............................... 32
Display message ............................ 270
Equipment ....................................... 28
Individual settings .......................... MERCEDES-BENZ GLE SUV 2019 Owners Manual Data acquisition ............................... 32
Display message ............................ 270
Equipment ....................................... 28
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Data acquisition ............................... 32
Display message ............................ 270
Equipment ....................................... 28
Individual settings .......................... 239
Limited Warranty ............................. 32
Loading .......................................... 361
Locking (in an emergency) ............... 84
Locking (SmartKey) .......................... 77
Lowering ........................................ 375
Maintenance .................................... 29
Operating safety .............................. 30
Parking .......................................... 156
Parking for a long period ................ 159
Pulling away ................................... 138
Raising ........................................... 373
Reporting problems ........................ .31
Securing from rolling away ............ 372
Towing away .................................. 345
Transporting .................................. 348
Unlocking (in an emergency) ........... 84
Unlocking (SmartKey) ...................... 77
Vehicle data ................................... 390
Vehicle battery
see Battery (vehicle)
Vehicle data ....................................... 390
Vehicle data (off-road driving)
Approach/departure angle ............ 393
Fording depth ................................ 392
Maximum gradient climbing abil-
ity .................................................. 393
Vehicle dimensions ........................... 390
Vehicle emergency locking ................ 84
Vehicle identification number
see VIN
Vehicle identification plate .............. 382
Vehicle level
AIRMATIC ...................................... 185
Vehicle level (display message) ....... 261
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 335
Video
Operating the DVD ......................... 235
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 287
VIN ...................................................... 382
Seat ............................................... 383
Type plate ...................................... 382 W
Warning and indicator lamps ABS ................................................ 277
Brake s........................................... 276
Coolant .......................................... 283
Distance warning ........................... 285
Engine diagnostics ......................... 283
ESP ®
.............................................. 279
ESP ®
OFF ....................................... 280
Fuel tank ........................................ 283
Overview .......................................... 37
Parking brake ................................ 282
PASSENGER AIR BAG ...................... 45
Reserve fuel ................................... 283
Restraint system ............................ 282
Seat belt ........................................ 274
Tire pressure monitor .................... 286
Warranty .............................................. 28
Washer fluid
Display message ............................ 272
Weather display (COMAND)
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 287
Wheel and tire combinations
Tires ............................................... 376
Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 375
Wheel chock ...................................... 372
Wheels
Changing a whee l.......................... 371
Checking ........................................ 351
Cleaning ......................................... 329
Emergency spare wheel ................. 376
Important safety notes .................. 351
Information on driving .................... 351
Interchanging/changing ................ 371
Mounting a new wheel ................... 374
Mounting a wheel .......................... 372
Overview ........................................ 351
Removing a whee l.......................... 374
Snow chains .................................. 353
Storing ........................................... 372
Tightening torque ........................... 375
Wheel size/tire size ....................... 376
Window curtain air bag
Display message ............................ 253
Operation ......................................... 51 24
Index
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![MERCEDES-BENZ GLE SUV 2019 Owners Manual Instrument cluster
Function Page
0043
Speedometer with segments 229
Warning and indicator lamps:
00BB
ESP®
OFF 279
0025
ABS 277
Brakes 276
0027
(USA only) 004D
(Canada only) 0058
Low-beam headlamps 1 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE SUV 2019 Owners Manual Instrument cluster
Function Page
0043
Speedometer with segments 229
Warning and indicator lamps:
00BB
ESP®
OFF 279
0025
ABS 277
Brakes 276
0027
(USA only) 004D
(Canada only) 0058
Low-beam headlamps 1](/img/4/34802/w960_34802-38.png)
Instrument cluster
Function Page
0043
Speedometer with segments 229
Warning and indicator lamps:
00BB
ESP®
OFF 279
0025
ABS 277
Brakes 276
0027
(USA only) 004D
(Canada only) 0058
Low-beam headlamps 111
0060
Parking lamps 111
00E5
ESP® 279
0057
High-beam headlamps 111
Electric parking brake (red) 282
0049
(USA only) 0024
(Canada only) 0024
Electric parking brake
(yellow) 282
00BA
Distance warning 285
0044
003E003D
Turn signals 111
0087
Multifunction display 231 Function Page
0085
Tachometer 229
Warning and indicator lamps:
005E
Rear fog lamp 111
00B9
Check Engine 283
0077
Tire pressure monitor 286
0075
Restraint system 45
00E9
Seat belts 274
0028
Diesel engine: preglow 137
00C6
RBS (Recuperative
Brake System) 0083
Coolant temperature gauge 230
Warning and indicator lamps:
00AC
Coolant 283
0084
Fuel level indicator
Warning and indicator lamps:
00B6
Reserve fuel with fuel
filler flap location indicator
(right-hand side) 283
006B
Instrument cluster lighting 229
i
Information on displaying the outside tem-
perature in the multifunction display can be found under "Outside temperature display"
(Y
page 229). Instrument cluster
37At a glance
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![MERCEDES-BENZ GLE SUV 2019 Owners Manual Problem
Possible causes/consequences and
0050
0050Solutions Vehicles with a gasoline
engine:
The engine is not running
smoothly and is misfir-
ing. There is a malfunction in the engine electronics or MERCEDES-BENZ GLE SUV 2019 Owners Manual Problem
Possible causes/consequences and
0050
0050Solutions Vehicles with a gasoline
engine:
The engine is not running
smoothly and is misfir-
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Problem
Possible causes/consequences and
0050
0050Solutions Vehicles with a gasoline
engine:
The engine is not running
smoothly and is misfir-
ing. There is a malfunction in the engine electronics or in a mechanical
component of the engine management system.
X Only depress the accelerator pedal slightly.
Otherwise, non-combusted fuel may get into the catalytic converter
and damage it.
X Have the cause rectified immediately at a qualified specialist work-
shop. The coolant temperature
gage shows a value
above 248 ‡ (120 †). The coolant level is too low. The coolant is too hot and the engine is no
longer being cooled sufficiently.
X Stop as soon as possible and allow the engine and the coolant to
cool down.
X Check the coolant level (Y page 324). Observe the warning notes
as you do so and add coolant if necessary. DYNAMIC SELECT controller
Plug-in hybrid: observe the notes on the
DYNAMIC SELECT controller in the separate
operating instructions.
Use the DYNAMIC SELECT controller to change the drive program. Depending on the drive pro-
gram selected the following vehicle character-
istics will change:
R the drive (engine and transmission manage-
ment)
R the transmission
R the suspension
R the steering
R the availability of the ECO start/stop function
Each time you start the engine with the Smart-
Key or the Start/Stop button, the Comfortdrive
program is activated. For further information
about starting the engine, see (Y page 136).
The Comfort drive program is recommended in
city traffic and stop/start traffic situations. X
All vehicles (except Mercedes-AMG vehi-
cles):
turn DYNAMIC SELECT controller 0043as
many times as necessary until the desired
drive program is selected.
The selected drive program appears in the
multifunction display. After five seconds, this information disappears from the display.
In addition, the current drive program settings
are displayed in the multimedia system dis-
play.
Drive programs available (all vehicles
except Mercedes-AMG vehicles): Individual
Individual settings
Sport
Sporty driving characteris-
tics
Comfort
Comfortable and economi-
cal driving characteristics 142
DYNAMIC SELECT controllerDriving and parking
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![MERCEDES-BENZ GLE SUV 2019 Owners Manual Most U.S. states and all Canadian provinces
require by law:
R Safety chains between the towing vehicle and
the trailer. The chains should be cross-woundunder the trailer drawbar. They must be fas-
ten MERCEDES-BENZ GLE SUV 2019 Owners Manual Most U.S. states and all Canadian provinces
require by law:
R Safety chains between the towing vehicle and
the trailer. The chains should be cross-woundunder the trailer drawbar. They must be fas-
ten](/img/4/34802/w960_34802-225.png)
Most U.S. states and all Canadian provinces
require by law:
R Safety chains between the towing vehicle and
the trailer. The chains should be cross-woundunder the trailer drawbar. They must be fas-
tened to the vehicle's trailer coupling, not to
the bumper or the axle.
Leave enough play in the chains to make tight
cornering possible.
R A separate brake system for certain types of
trailer.
R Safety switch for braked trailers. Check the
specific legal requirements applicable to your
state.
If the trailer becomes detached from the tow-
ing vehicle, the safety feature triggers the
trailer brakes. Towing a trailer
There are numerous legal requirements con-
cerning the towing of a trailer, e.g. speed restric-
tions. Make sure that your car/trailer combina- tion complies with the local regulations:
R in your place of residence
R in the location to which you are driving
The police and local authorities can provide reli-
able information.
Observe the following when towing a trailer:
R To gain driving experience and to become
accustomed to the new handling characteris-
tics, you should practice the following in a
traffic-free location:
- cornering
- stopping
- backing up
R Before driving, check:
- trailer tow hitch
- safety switch for braked trailers
- safety chains
- electrical connections
- lights
- wheels
R Adjust the exterior mirrors to provide an
unobstructed view of the rear section of the
trailer.
R If the trailer has electronically controlled
brakes, pull away carefully. Brake manually using the brake controller and check whether
the brakes function correctly.
R Secure any objects on the trailer to prevent
the cargo from slipping when the vehicle is in
motion.
R When you couple up a trailer, check at regular
intervals that the load is firmly secured. If the trailer is equipped with trailer lights and
brakes, check the trailer to ensure that these
are working.
R Bear in mind that the handling will be less
stable when towing a trailer than when driving
without one. Avoid sudden steering move-
ments.
R The vehicle/trailer combination is heavier,
accelerates more slowly, has a decreased
gradient climbing capability and a longer
braking distance.
It is more susceptible to side winds and
requires more careful steering.
R If possible, do not brake suddenly, but instead
depress the brake pedal moderately at first sothat the trailer can activate its brakes. Then
increase the pressure on the brake pedal.
R If the automatic transmission repeatedly
shifts between gears on uphill or downhill gra-
dients, shift to a lower gear using the left-hand
steering wheel paddle shifter.
A lower gear and lower speed reduce the risk of engine failure.
R When driving downhill, shift to a lower gear to
utilize the engine's braking effect.
Avoid continuous brake application as this
may overheat the vehicle brakes and, if instal- led, the trailer brakes.
R If the coolant temperature increases dramat-
ically while the air-conditioning system is
switched on, switch off the air-conditioning
system.
Coolant heat can also be dissipated by open-
ing the windows and switching the ventilation blower and the interior temperature to the
highest level.
R When overtaking, pay particular attention to
the extended length of your vehicle/trailer
combination.
Due to the length of the vehicle/trailer com-
bination, you require additional road space in
relation to the vehicle you are overtaking
before you can change back to the original
lane. 224
Towing a trailerDriving and parking
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![MERCEDES-BENZ GLE SUV 2019 Owners Manual There is a short delay before a change in outside
temperature appears in the multifunction dis-
play. Coolant temperature gauge
G
WARNING
Opening the hood when the engine is over-
heated or when there MERCEDES-BENZ GLE SUV 2019 Owners Manual There is a short delay before a change in outside
temperature appears in the multifunction dis-
play. Coolant temperature gauge
G
WARNING
Opening the hood when the engine is over-
heated or when there](/img/4/34802/w960_34802-231.png)
There is a short delay before a change in outside
temperature appears in the multifunction dis-
play. Coolant temperature gauge
G
WARNING
Opening the hood when the engine is over-
heated or when there is a fire in the engine
compartment could expose you to hot gases
or other service products. There is a risk of
injury.
Let an overheated engine cool down before
opening the hood. If there is a fire in the
engine compartment, keep the hood closed
and contact the fire department.
! A display message is shown if the coolant
temperature is too high.
If the coolant temperature is over 248 ‡
(120 †), do not continue driving. The engine
will otherwise be damaged.
All vehicles except PLUG-IN HYBRID: the
coolant temperature display is on the instru-
ment cluster on the right-hand side (Y page 37).
Under normal operating conditions and with the specified coolant level, the coolant temperature
may rise to 248 ‡ (120 †). Operating the on-board computer
Overview 0043
Multifunction display
0044 Right control panel
0087 Left control panel
X To activate the on-board computer: turn
the SmartKey to position 0047in the ignition
lock.
You can control the multifunction display and
the settings in the on-board computer using the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel.
Vehicles with the COMAND multimedia system: you can find further information on the Voice
Control System in the separate operating
instructions.
Vehicles with the Audio 20 multimedia system:
you can find further information on voice-oper-
ated control for navigation in the manufactur-
er's operating instructions. 230
Displays and operationOn-board computer and displays
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![MERCEDES-BENZ GLE SUV 2019 Owners Manual Display messages
Possible causes/consequences and
0050
0050Solutions 0049
Switch Off Lights Switch Off Lights You leave the vehicle and the lights are switched on. A warning tone
also sounds.
X Turn t MERCEDES-BENZ GLE SUV 2019 Owners Manual Display messages
Possible causes/consequences and
0050
0050Solutions 0049
Switch Off Lights Switch Off Lights You leave the vehicle and the lights are switched on. A warning tone
also sounds.
X Turn t](/img/4/34802/w960_34802-258.png)
Display messages
Possible causes/consequences and
0050
0050Solutions 0049
Switch Off Lights Switch Off Lights You leave the vehicle and the lights are switched on. A warning tone
also sounds.
X Turn the light switch to the 0058position. 0049
Switch On Headlamps Switch On Headlamps You are driving with low-beam headlamps switched off.
X Turn the light switch to the 0058or0058 position. Adaptive Highbeam
Adaptive Highbeam
Assist Currently Assist Currently
Unavailable See Unavailable See
Operator's Manual Operator's Manual Adaptive Highbeam Assist is deactivated and temporarily inoperative.
Possible causes are:
R The windshield in the camera's field of vision is dirty.
R Visibility is impaired due to heavy rain, snow or fog.
X Clean the windshield.
If the system detects that the camera is fully operational, the Adap‐
Adap‐
tive Highbeam Assist Now Available
tive Highbeam Assist Now Available message is displayed.
Adaptive Highbeam Assist is operational again. Adaptive Highbeam
Adaptive Highbeam
Assist Inoperative
Assist Inoperative Adaptive Highbeam Assist is faulty.
X
Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Engine
Display messages
Possible causes/consequences and
0050 0050Solutions 00BD
Check Check
Coolant Coolant Level
Level
See Operator's Man‐
See Operator's Man‐
ual ual The coolant level is too low.
! Avoid making long journeys with too little coolant in the engine
cooling system. The engine will otherwise be damaged.
X Add coolant, observing the warning notes before doing so
(Y page 324).
If you have to add coolant frequently: X Contact a qualified specialist workshop and have the engine cooling
system checked. 00AC The fan motor is malfunctioning.
X At coolant temperatures below 248 ‡(120 †), drive to the nearest
qualified specialist workshop.
X Avoid heavy loads on the engine as you do so, e.g. driving in moun-
tainous terrain and stop-and-go traffic. Display messages
257On-board computer and displays Z
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![MERCEDES-BENZ GLE SUV 2019 Owners Manual Display messages
Possible causes/consequences and
0050
0050Solutions 00AC
Coolant Too Hot Coolant Too Hot
Stop Vehicle Turn Stop Vehicle Turn
Engine Off Engine Off The coolant is too hot.
A warning to MERCEDES-BENZ GLE SUV 2019 Owners Manual Display messages
Possible causes/consequences and
0050
0050Solutions 00AC
Coolant Too Hot Coolant Too Hot
Stop Vehicle Turn Stop Vehicle Turn
Engine Off Engine Off The coolant is too hot.
A warning to](/img/4/34802/w960_34802-259.png)
Display messages
Possible causes/consequences and
0050
0050Solutions 00AC
Coolant Too Hot Coolant Too Hot
Stop Vehicle Turn Stop Vehicle Turn
Engine Off Engine Off The coolant is too hot.
A warning tone also sounds.
G WARNING
Do not drive when your engine is overheated. This can cause some
fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch
fire.
Steam from the overheated engine can also cause serious burns which can occur just by opening the hood.
There is a risk of injury.
X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, pay-
ing attention to road and traffic conditions.
X Secure the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 156).
X Wait until the engine has cooled down.
X Make sure that the air supply to the engine radiator is not blocked,
e.g. by snow, slush or ice.
X Do not start the engine again until the display message goes out and
the coolant temperature is below 248 ‡ (120 †). Otherwise, the
engine could be damaged.
X Pay attention to the coolant temperature gauge.
If the temperature increases again: X Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
Under normal operating conditions and with the specified coolant
level, the coolant temperature may rise to 248 ‡ (120 †). 003D
See Operator's Man‐ See Operator's Man‐
ual ual The battery is not being charged.
A warning tone also sounds.
Possible causes are:
R a defective alternator
R a torn poly-V-belt
R a malfunction in the electronics
! Do not continue driving. The engine could otherwise overheat.
X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, pay-
ing attention to road and traffic conditions.
X Secure the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 156).
X Consult a qualified specialist workshop. 258
Display
messagesOn-board computer and displays
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![MERCEDES-BENZ GLE SUV 2019 Owners Manual Engine
Warning/
indicator
lamp
0051 0051
Signal type
Possible causes/consequences and 0050
0050Solutions 00B9
0051
The yellow Check Engine warning lamp lights up while the engine is running.
There may MERCEDES-BENZ GLE SUV 2019 Owners Manual Engine
Warning/
indicator
lamp
0051 0051
Signal type
Possible causes/consequences and 0050
0050Solutions 00B9
0051
The yellow Check Engine warning lamp lights up while the engine is running.
There may](/img/4/34802/w960_34802-284.png)
Engine
Warning/
indicator
lamp
0051 0051
Signal type
Possible causes/consequences and 0050
0050Solutions 00B9
0051
The yellow Check Engine warning lamp lights up while the engine is running.
There may be a malfunction, for example:
R in the engine management
R in the fuel injection system
R in the exhaust system
R in the ignition system (for vehicles with gasoline engines)
R in the fuel system
The emission limit values may be exceeded and the engine may be in emergency mode.
X Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
Vehicles with a diesel engine: the fuel tank has been run dry (Y page 153).
X Start the engine three to four times after refueling.
If the yellow Check Engine warning lamp goes out, emergency running mode is
canceled. The vehicle need not be checked.
In some states, you must immediately visit a qualified specialist workshop as soon
as the yellow Check Engine warning lamp lights up. This is due to the legal require- ments in effect in these states. If in doubt, check whether such legal regulations
apply in the state in which you are currently driving. 00B6
0051
The yellow reserve fuel warning lamp lights up while the engine is running.
The fuel level has dropped into the reserve range.
X Refuel at the nearest gas station. 00B6
0051
The yellow reserve fuel warning lamp flashes while the vehicle is in motion.
In addition, the 00B9Check Engine warning lamp may light up.
The fuel filler cap is not closed correctly or the fuel system is leaking.
X Check that the fuel filler cap is correctly closed.
X If the fuel filler cap is not correctly closed: close the fuel filler cap.
X If the fuel filler cap is closed: visit a qualified specialist workshop.00AC
0051
The red coolant warning lamp lights up while the engine is running and the
coolant temperature gauge is at the start of the scale.
The temperature sensor for the coolant temperature gauge is malfunctioning.
The coolant temperature is no longer being monitored. There is a risk of engine
damage if the coolant temperature is too high.
X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, paying attention
to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driving under any circumstances.
X Secure the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 156).
X Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster
283On-board computer and displays Z
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![MERCEDES-BENZ GLE SUV 2019 Owners Manual Warning/
indicator
lamp
0051
0051 Signal type
Possible causes/consequences and 0050 0050Solutions 00AC
0051
The red coolant warning lamp comes on while the engine is running.
The coolant level is too MERCEDES-BENZ GLE SUV 2019 Owners Manual Warning/
indicator
lamp
0051
0051 Signal type
Possible causes/consequences and 0050 0050Solutions 00AC
0051
The red coolant warning lamp comes on while the engine is running.
The coolant level is too](/img/4/34802/w960_34802-285.png)
Warning/
indicator
lamp
0051
0051 Signal type
Possible causes/consequences and 0050 0050Solutions 00AC
0051
The red coolant warning lamp comes on while the engine is running.
The coolant level is too low.
If the coolant level is correct, the airflow to the engine radiator may be blocked or the electric engine radiator fan may be defective.
The coolant is too hot and the engine is no longer being cooled sufficiently.
X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display.
X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, paying attention
to road and traffic conditions.
X Secure the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 156).
X Leave the vehicle and keep a safe distance from the vehicle until the engine has
cooled down.
X Check the coolant level and add coolant, observing the warning notes
(Y page 324).
X If you have to add coolant frequently, have the engine cooling system checked.
X Make sure that the air supply to the engine radiator is not blocked, e.g. by snow,
slush or ice.
X Do not start the engine again until the coolant temperature is below 248 ‡
(120 †). Otherwise, the engine could be damaged.
X Drive to the nearest qualified specialist workshop.
X Avoid heavy loads on the engine as you do so, e.g. driving in mountainous terrain
and stop-and-go traffic. 00AC
0051
The red coolant warning lamp comes on while the engine is running.
The coolant temperature has exceeded 248 ‡ (120 †). The airflow to the engine radiator may be blocked or the coolant level may be too low.
G WARNING
The engine is not being cooled sufficiently and may be damaged.
Do not drive when your engine is overheated. This can cause some fluids which
may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire.
Steam from the overheated engine can also cause serious burns which can occur just by opening the hood.
There is a risk of injury.
X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display.
X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, paying attention
to road and traffic conditions.
X Secure the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 156).
X Leave the vehicle and keep a safe distance from the vehicle until the engine has
cooled down.
X Check the coolant level and add coolant, observing the warning notes
(Y page 324).
X If you have to add coolant frequently, have the engine cooling system checked.
X Make sure that the air supply to the engine radiator is not blocked, e.g. by snow,
slush or ice. 284
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument clusterOn-board computer and displays