1992 Mercedes Benz 300e Engine won't turn over

1992 MERCEDES BENZ 300E
19,400 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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KATEGOLDER
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Hello --

Two days ago the engine overheated which I caught in plenty of time -- added mixture of water and antifreeze to appropriate line. Drove the car yesterday -- fine no problem -- no overheating.

Last night the temperature fell to freezing -- unusual for New Orleans -- and this afternoon when I tried to start the car the engine wouldn't turn over -- pretty sure it's not the battery as radio, lights etc are all working. I checked the level of antifreeze and it was low again. I added more about two hours ago so maybe I have a slow leak.

My question is that I'm afraid I froze the engine block by not having enough fluid -- is there any hope?

Thanks in advance,
Kate
Jan 8, 2010 at 4:48 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Put an inline block heater on the heater hose and give it 2hrs and attempt to start -let me know
Jan 8, 2010 at 5:09 PM