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Online Edition for Part no. 01402978505 - II/17

Online Edition for Part no. 01402978505 - II/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. 01402978505 - II/17

RefuellingVehicle
equipmentThis chapter describes all standard, national
and special equipment provided in the model
series. Equipment not available in the vehicle is
therefore also described, for example the sej lected special equipment or country variant.This also applies to safety-relevant functions
and systems. Comply with the relevant laws and regulations when using the corresponding
functions and systems.
General
Before refuelling, observe notes on fuel quality,
see page 216.
Safety
note NOTE
If the range drops below 50 km, approxij
mately 30 miles the engine could not be supj
plied any more with sufficient fuel. Engine
functions are no longer ensured. Danger of
damage to property. Refuel in good time.'

Have the fuel filler flap unlocked by a Service
Partner of the manufacturer or another qualij fied Service Partner or a specialist workshop.
Note
when
refuelling General When refuelling, insert the filler nozzle fully intothe filler neck. Lifting the filler nozzle during rej
fuelling results in the following:'yThe fuel supply being cut off prematurely.'yFuel vapour and fumes being fed back less effectively.
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle cuts
out for the first time.
Comply with the safety regulations displayed at filling stations.
Safety
note NOTE
Fuels are poisonous and aggressive.
Overfilling the fuel tank can damage the fuel
system. If it comes into contact with painted
surfaces, it can damage them. This pollutes
the environment. Danger of damage to propj
erty. Avoid overfilling.'

FuelVehicle
equipmentThis chapter describes all standard, national
and special equipment provided in the model
series. Equipment not available in the vehicle is
therefore also described, for example the sej lected special equipment or country variant.This also applies to safety-relevant functions
and systems. Comply with the relevant laws and regulations when using the corresponding
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 faj
cilitates 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
instructions 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. Danger ofdamage 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 provided in the model
series. Equipment not available in the vehicle is
therefore also described, for example the sej lected special equipment or country variant.This also applies to safety-relevant functions
and systems. Comply with the relevant laws and regulations when using the corresponding
functions and systems.
Tyre
inflation
pressure
General A tyre's condition and pressure influence thefollowing:'yLifetime of the tyre.'yDriving safety.'yDriving comfort.
Safety
note
WARNING
A damaged tyre with too low or missing
tyre inflation pressure at all impairs driving properties, for example steering and braking.Danger of accidents. Check tyre inflation presj
sure regularly and adjust as necessary, for exj ample twice a month or before any long jourjney.'

sures for tyres that may be covered by the lajbel 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.'

Partner or a specialist workshop. If necessary,
have the vehicle towed or transported there.'

New
tyresNew tyres do not achieve their full road
grip immediately, for production reasons.
During the first 300 km, 200 miles, drive modj erately.
Retreaded
tyres
The manufacturer of your vehicle advises
against the use of retreaded tyres.
WARNING
Retreaded tyres can have various tyre
carcasses. Their durability may be reduced with increasing age. Danger of accidents. Donot use retreaded tyres.'