Mercedes-Benz GLC : Engine compartment / Checking the coolant level
WARNING Risk of burns from hot component
parts in the engine compartment
Certain component parts in the engine compartment
can be very hot, e.g. the engine,
the cooler and parts of the exhaust system.
Allow the engine to cool
down and only
touch component parts described in
the following.
WARNING Risk of scalding from hot
coolant
If you open the cap, you could be scalded.
Let the motor cool down
before opening
the cap.
When opening the cap,
wear protective
gloves and safety glasses.
Open the cap slowly to
release pressure.
![Mercedes-Benz GLC. Checking the coolant level](images/checking_the_coolant_level-429/1/mercedes_benz_glc_checking_the_coolant_level_2818.jpg)
Park the vehicle on a level
surface.
Check the coolant temperature
display in the
instrument cluster.
The coolant temperature must be in the bottom
quarter of the temperature display.
Slowly turn cap
counter-clockwise to
release overpressure.
Continue turning cap 1
counter-clockwise
and remove it.
The coolant level is correct in the following
cases:
- If the engine is cold, the coolant is up to
marker bar
.
- If the engine is warm, the coolant is up to
0.6 in (1.5 cm) over the marker bar
.
If necessary, add coolant that
has been
approved for Mercedes-Benz.
Further information on coolant
WARNING Risk of burns from hot component
parts in the engine compartment
Certain component parts in the engine compartment
can be very hot, e.g. the engine,
the cooler and parts of the exhaust system...
WARNING Risk of burns from hot component
parts in the engine compartment
Certain component parts in the engine compartment
can be very hot, e.g. the engine,
the cooler and parts of the exhaust system...
Other information:
Front overhead control panel
Front left reading lamp
Automatic interior lighting control
Front interior lighting
Rear interior lighting
Front right reading lamp
To switch on/off: press
button –
accordingly.
Control panel in the grab handle
Rear reading lamp
To switch on/off: press
button ...
Observe the notes on operating fluids.
WARNING ‑ Risk of fire and injury from
windshield washer concentrate
Windshield washer concentrate is highly
flammable. It could ignite if it comes into
contact with hot engine component parts or
the exhaust system...