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4. Check whether coolant or steam is escaping from under the hood or

from the engine compartment.

•

If steam is coming from the engine compartment:

do not go near

the front of the vehicle. Stop the engine, then turn the ignition switch

to the ON position without starting the engine. The radiator cooling

fans will start to cool the engine.

•

If neither coolant nor steam is escaping:

open the hood and idle

the engine until it cools. If this does not lower the temperature, stop

the engine and let it cool.

5. Check the coolant level. If it is low, look for leaks in the radiator

hoses and connections, heater hoses and connections, radiator and

water pump.

If you find a leak or other damage, or if coolant is still leaking, stop the

engine and call an authorized dealer.
See

Adding coolant

in the

Maintenance and Specifications

section. If

you find no problems, the engine is cool and no leaks are obvious,

carefully add coolant as required.

WARNING: When the engine and radiator are hot, scalding

coolant and steam may shoot out under pressure and cause

serious injury. Do not remove the cooling system cap when the

engine and radiator are hot.

Note:

If the engine continues to overheat or frequently overheats, have

the cooling system inspected. The engine could be seriously damaged

unless repairs are made.

JUMP STARTING

WARNING: The gases around the battery can explode if

exposed to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could

result in injury or vehicle damage.

WARNING: Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin,

eyes and clothing, if contacted.

Do not attempt to push-start your automatic transmission

vehicle. Automatic transmissions do not have push-start

capability. Attempting to push-start a vehicle with an automatic

transmission may cause transmission damage.

2007 B-Series (mbs)

Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)

USA (fus)

Roadside Emergencies

191

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  • 4. Check whether coolant or steam is escaping from under the hood or from the engine compartment.
  • 5. Check the coolant level.
  • If steam is coming from the engine compartment: do not go near the front of the vehicle.
  • If neither coolant nor steam is escaping: open the hood and idle the engine until it cools.

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