When to check the oil level in a Mercedes C230?
Make sure your engine is cold when you check the oil in your C230. Otherwise the dipstick will read slightly low. In addition to checking the oil level, you also want to look at the condition of the oil when you have the dipstick out. If the oil in your C230 is dirty or smells like gasoline, you probably need an oil change.
Is there a ” check coolant level LOW ” warning?
Anyway there does not appear to be separate “check coolant” and “coolant level low” warnings, it is an on/off type of sensor but the low coolant issue is not sever as long as the engine temperature is fine, that is why it only reads “check engine”. I got the same warning message last week.
When does the check coolant message come up?
I had the Check Coolant message come up when the temperatures here in Baltimore got well below freezing for a few days. I checked the coolant and it seemed okay…just barely above the minimum level when cold, but at least above that. But here’s the thing: the message says “check coolant level” not, “low coolant”.
Why does my C300 have a coolant problem?
My C300 2008 had this problem about 6 months ago and the service person said it might have been a bubble. It has been cold here and I’m wondering if it has to do with the cold weather. I don’t get it all the time but a few times over the last few days.
What should coolant level be on Mercedes C230?
In order to get an accurate reading, your 1.8 liter engine should be cool to the touch when you check it. Engine coolant circulates through your engine to keep it cool in the summer but won’t freeze in the winter. The video above shows you where the coolant reservoir in your C230 is located and how to check the coolant level.
Where is the coolant reservoir in a C230?
The video above shows you where the coolant reservoir in your C230 is located and how to check the coolant level. If you need to add anti-freeze, be sure to check your owners manual to determine the correct type of coolant to add – in Mercedes-Benzs, it usually located in a section titled Fluid Capacities towards the end of your manual.
How to check the coolant level on your car?
C230 2007 Coolant (Antifreeze) / Check Coolant Level Coolant Level Check: 2001-2007 C230 1. Getting Started – Prepare for the repair 2. Open the Hood – How to pop the hood and prop it open 3. Find Reservoir – Locate the coolant reservoir and clean it 4. Check Level – Determine the coolant level 5.
Where is the coolant temperature sensor located on a Mercedes Benz?
Replacing the coolant temperature sensor is a relatively easy job if you have a lot of patience. The sensor itself is located below the air pump and between the thermostat and coolant pump housing. The sensor is actually held in place by a small clip that sits in a channel created by both the thermostat on one side and coolant pump on the other.