Cold Weather & Dashboard Alerts MB GLK 250BT
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Cold Weather & Dashboard Alerts MB GLK 250BT
The last few days with outside morning temperatures between 10-30 degree F,
a (start up alert says check Window Washer Fluid.)That alert can be removed by pushing the right steering wheel access bottom...per manual...
The Washer fluid is full visually & the fluid was last filled by the MB Dealer, I use a washer fluid that handles cold weather conditions.
Once the temperature rises above Freezing outside 34 degrees that alert goes away with a Warmed engine compartment...following the next Vehicle Start-up.
Question:has any other MB GLK250BT or similar class encountered this annoying Alert (correctable) during extremely cold weather starts...?
a (start up alert says check Window Washer Fluid.)That alert can be removed by pushing the right steering wheel access bottom...per manual...
The Washer fluid is full visually & the fluid was last filled by the MB Dealer, I use a washer fluid that handles cold weather conditions.
Once the temperature rises above Freezing outside 34 degrees that alert goes away with a Warmed engine compartment...following the next Vehicle Start-up.
Question:has any other MB GLK250BT or similar class encountered this annoying Alert (correctable) during extremely cold weather starts...?
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Yes, I have been noticing this alert upon a cold start up. Not every time. But it has been occurring during this cold spell. I also have checked to make sure my fluid is filled.
I also have the optional heated windshield washer fluid bottle, and i haven't noticed any issues with that feature.
I also have the optional heated windshield washer fluid bottle, and i haven't noticed any issues with that feature.
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Thanks for the response concerning the optional heated windshield washer bottle.
One can suppose that with the purchase of certain custom packages (AMG) ,another problem is solved . Some vehicles I have observed( not sure of the brand) had Headlight wipers & sprayers to the light path clear...With the great amount of road salt use ,not surprised that an owner would purchase ...one of many options...
One can suppose that with the purchase of certain custom packages (AMG) ,another problem is solved . Some vehicles I have observed( not sure of the brand) had Headlight wipers & sprayers to the light path clear...With the great amount of road salt use ,not surprised that an owner would purchase ...one of many options...
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The level is checked by passing a small current through the fluid. If no current or current below a certain mA, the system assumes low fluid. The resistance of the fluid changes with temperature. MB fluid is suppose to have an additive that maintains conductivity at low temperatures, but all dealers may not use the fluid, or could get a low spec batch. If you use other fluids,even though for low temperature, the actual resistivity of the fluid is probably not a concern of the manufacturer.
Most of us use the fluid so fast in the winter that we have a good idea of how much we have after getting this warning a few times and just ignore it. First time I got this warning, the tank only need a pint to fill it up.
As engineers need to keep adding new crap expect more of theses little nuisances. Just look at how many low tire pressure complaints during winter there are.
Most of us use the fluid so fast in the winter that we have a good idea of how much we have after getting this warning a few times and just ignore it. First time I got this warning, the tank only need a pint to fill it up.
As engineers need to keep adding new crap expect more of theses little nuisances. Just look at how many low tire pressure complaints during winter there are.
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Never had this problem and it's been -20 (cel) all January.
I always use -40 washer fluid though.
I do get some check engine lights now and again when it's really cold. ... They go away by themselves.
I always use -40 washer fluid though.
I do get some check engine lights now and again when it's really cold. ... They go away by themselves.
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Cold Weather Advice from Canada
Appreciate the great advice I am getting from Quebec, the mountains in the US Rockies...
In my my most recent fill-up ,I added a -30 rated...
A few weeks ago during my High Price Scheduled maintenance I do not know what Mercedes Dealer's uses . Whether the fluids are filled or not ,inside the repair Facility there are those Misc Charges...for a fluid top-off.
The dealer charges a gallon cost for a cup?
It has been icy,salty & I filled my window washer with my -30 F & the warning went away, filled it once more ,no warning...
Using fuzzy logic , I supposed the MB Dealership uses a top notch brand....at 3x times the cost of -30 obtained At my parts store.
In the Parts Shop at a dealer,I wonder....Mystery ...
In the current condition's Salty, dirty roads of splashes ,I check & fill the tank...and check the level more frequently ..I do not wait for any warning...
In my my most recent fill-up ,I added a -30 rated...
A few weeks ago during my High Price Scheduled maintenance I do not know what Mercedes Dealer's uses . Whether the fluids are filled or not ,inside the repair Facility there are those Misc Charges...for a fluid top-off.
The dealer charges a gallon cost for a cup?
It has been icy,salty & I filled my window washer with my -30 F & the warning went away, filled it once more ,no warning...
Using fuzzy logic , I supposed the MB Dealership uses a top notch brand....at 3x times the cost of -30 obtained At my parts store.
In the Parts Shop at a dealer,I wonder....Mystery ...
In the current condition's Salty, dirty roads of splashes ,I check & fill the tank...and check the level more frequently ..I do not wait for any warning...
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From: Trois Rivieres, Quebec
SLK 350 2013
Yup. ... never know what they use. I itemize the work order. No washer fluid. As its too expensive.
Winter, I do have to add PowerService as the diesel gels at -30 Celsius. Not supposed to, but it does.
Winter, I do have to add PowerService as the diesel gels at -30 Celsius. Not supposed to, but it does.
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I am unaware how MB 250BT is configured other than their is spare & run flat tires are not regular OEM.In Canada . I have gotten much advice to purchase a temporary spare .
(n the last posting, the subject was window washer fluid with -30F standard.
What the differences are between MB auto dealers ,I have no clue.
Recommendations for oil grades ?
USA it says Mobil 1 , do not know whether a Canada vehicle has great differences are.
Sound advice concerning diesel fuel jelling ,seems a great possibility...
(n the last posting, the subject was window washer fluid with -30F standard.
What the differences are between MB auto dealers ,I have no clue.
Recommendations for oil grades ?
USA it says Mobil 1 , do not know whether a Canada vehicle has great differences are.
Sound advice concerning diesel fuel jelling ,seems a great possibility...
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Your fuel should never jell! You should have used the last full tank to get you down to Florida. Oh, by the way, avoid Boston in that trip, no jelling but 73" of snow in past 40 days will make your trip too long. No jell in Fla. Only foolin'.
In Alaska we use to add some JP4 to the fuel at-30 and below but those were the old truck diesels. With the new high pressure rail electronic injector system, I don't know what that would do. Doesn't the pressure regulator recycle some of the fuel back to the fuel tank? Once the engine is warmed up, that would keep the fuel tank relatively above the jell point.
In Alaska we use to add some JP4 to the fuel at-30 and below but those were the old truck diesels. With the new high pressure rail electronic injector system, I don't know what that would do. Doesn't the pressure regulator recycle some of the fuel back to the fuel tank? Once the engine is warmed up, that would keep the fuel tank relatively above the jell point.
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Hey Bob,
The fuel is supposed to be rated to -40 celcius in the winter up here, but most stations don't order the winter diesel early enough so the tanks have too much summer diesel.
The fuel doesn't gel in the tank, (usually), but rather in the line or especially in the fuel filter.
If you ever get a gelled fuel problem, a lot of times a hair dryer on the fuel filter will clear it up in a few hours. If not, ... have to take apart the filter, add PowerService911 and pray!!!
Happy motoring!
The fuel is supposed to be rated to -40 celcius in the winter up here, but most stations don't order the winter diesel early enough so the tanks have too much summer diesel.
The fuel doesn't gel in the tank, (usually), but rather in the line or especially in the fuel filter.
If you ever get a gelled fuel problem, a lot of times a hair dryer on the fuel filter will clear it up in a few hours. If not, ... have to take apart the filter, add PowerService911 and pray!!!
Happy motoring!
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Your fuel should never jell! You should have used the last full tank to get you down to Florida. Oh, by the way, avoid Boston in that trip, no jelling but 73" of snow in past 40 days will make your trip too long. No jell in Fla. Only foolin'.
In Alaska we use to add some JP4 to the fuel at-30 and below but those were the old truck diesels. With the new high pressure rail electronic injector system, I don't know what that would do. Doesn't the pressure regulator recycle some of the fuel back to the fuel tank? Once the engine is warmed up, that would keep the fuel tank relatively above the jell point.
In Alaska we use to add some JP4 to the fuel at-30 and below but those were the old truck diesels. With the new high pressure rail electronic injector system, I don't know what that would do. Doesn't the pressure regulator recycle some of the fuel back to the fuel tank? Once the engine is warmed up, that would keep the fuel tank relatively above the jell point.
His comment concerning my new MB GLK250BT was "do you plug it in at night"?and that he glad his vehicle does not need DEF....As to what year his diesel Ford is ,I have no comment.
I do not know the year pollution devices & DEF exhaust Catalyst were required.
