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Online Edition for Part no. 01402981699 - VI/17

Online Edition for Part no. 01402981699 - VI/17

Mobility
To assist you in preserving your vehicle's mobility, this section contains important
information on operating fluids, wheels and
tyres, maintenance and breakdown assistance.Online Edition for Part no. 01402981699 - VI/17

RefuellingVehicle
equipmentThis chapter describes all standard, national
and special equipment available for the model
series. Therefore equipment which is not inj stalled in your vehicle, for example on account
of the selected optional equipment or the
country specification, may also be described
here. This also applies to safety-relevant funcj
tions and systems. Comply with the relevant
laws and regulations when using the correj
sponding functions and systems.
General
Before refuelling, observe notes on fuel quality,
see page 206.
Safety
note NOTE
If the range drops below 50 km, approxij
mately 30 miles, the engine may no longer be
supplied with sufficient fuel. Engine function is no longer ensured. There is a danger of damj
age to property. Refuel in good time.'

ClosingWARNING
The retaining strap of the fuel tank cap
may become trapped and crushed when turnj ing the cap to close it. It will then not be possij
ble to close the cap properly. Fuel or fuel vaj pours can leak out. There is a danger of injuryor damage to property. Make sure that the rejtaining strap does not get trapped and crushed
when closing the cap.'

FuelVehicle
equipmentThis chapter describes all standard, national
and special equipment available for the model
series. Therefore equipment which is not inj stalled in your vehicle, for example on account
of the selected optional equipment or the
country specification, may also be described
here. This also applies to safety-relevant funcj
tions and systems. Comply with the relevant
laws and regulations when using the correj
sponding functions and systems.
Fuel
quality
General Depending on the region, many filling stations
sell fuel that is adapted to the conditions in winter or summer. Fuel that is sold in winter fajcilitates cold starting, for example.
Petrol
General
For optimal fuel consumption, the petrol
should be sulphur-free or low in sulphur conj
tent.
Fuels labelled on the pump as containing metal
must not be used.
You can fill up with fuels with a maximum proj portion of ethanol of 10 , in other words E10.
The engine has anti-knock control. This meansthat different petrol grades can be used.
Safety
notes NOTE
Even small quantities of the wrong fuel or
wrong fuel additives can damage the fuel sysj
tem and engine. In addition, the catalytic conj
verter will be permanently damaged. There is adanger of damage to property. Do not use the
following fuel or additives with petrol engines:'yLeaded petrol.'yMetallic additives, for example manganese
or iron.
After filling the wrong fuel, do not press the
start/stop button. Contact a Service Partner of the manufacturer or another qualified ServicePartner or a specialist workshop.'

Wheels
and
tyresVehicle
equipment
This chapter describes all standard, national
and special equipment available for the model
series. Therefore equipment which is not inj stalled in your vehicle, for example on account
of the selected optional equipment or the
country specification, may also be described
here. This also applies to safety-relevant funcj
tions and systems. Comply with the relevant
laws and regulations when using the correj
sponding functions and systems.
Tyre
inflation
pressure
General A tyre's condition and inflation pressure influjence the following:'yLifetime of the tyre.'yDriving safety.'yDriving comfort.'yFuel consumption.
Safety
note
WARNING
A damaged tyre with too low tyre inflaj
tion pressure, or no pressure at all impairs drivj ing properties, for example steering and brakjing. There is a danger of accidents. Check the
tyre inflation pressure regularly and adjust as necessary, for example twice a month or bej
fore any long journey.'

If the tyre's speed code cannot be found, then
the tyre inflation pressure for the correspondj ing tyre size applies.
More information regarding wheels and tyres
can be obtained from a Service Partner of the
manufacturer or another qualified Service Partj ner or a specialist workshop.
For
Australia/New
Zealand WARNING
The inflation pressures on the tyre label
are applicable only for tyres explicitly menj
tioned on the label. Since tyre inflation presj sures for tyres that may be covered by the laj
bel m by size, speed category and load rating/
load index m but not explicitly mentioned on the
label may be different. Please obtain adequate
inflation pressures in accordance with the tyre
manufacturer's specifications at your tyre dealer.'

'yIncorrect tyre storage.
Safety
notesWARNING
If the tyres are damaged, the tyre inflaj
tion pressure may be reduced which in turn
could cause you to lose control of the vehicle.
There is a danger of accidents. If you receive a
message indicating tyre damage while you are
driving, immediately reduce speed and bring the vehicle to a stop. Have the wheels and
tyres checked. To do so, carefully drive to a
Service Partner of the manufacturer or another
qualified Service Partner or a specialist workj
shop. If necessary, have the vehicle towed or
transported there.'

Recommended
makes
of
tyre
Certain makes of tyre are recommended by themanufacturer of the vehicle for each tyre size.
The tyre brands can be identified by a star on the side wall of the tyre.
New
tyres New tyres do not achieve their full road
grip immediately, for production reasons.
During the first 300 km, approximately200 miles, drive moderately.
Retreaded
tyres
The manufacturer of your vehicle advises
against the use of retreaded tyres.
WARNING
Retreaded tyres may have different tyre
carcasses. Their durability may be reduced with increasing age. There is a danger of accijdents. Do not use retreaded tyres.'