oil type MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS COUPE 2009 Owners Manual

The arrow next to the filling pump indicates
the side of the vehicle. 0046
To open the fuel filler flap
0047 To insert the fuel filler cap
008A Tyre pressure table
0088 Fuel type
X To open: press the fuel filler flap in the
direction of arrow 0046.
The fuel filler flap opens slightly.
X Open the fuel filler flap.
X Turn the fuel filler cap anti-clockwise and
remove it.
X Insert the fuel filler cap into the holder
bracket on the inside of filler flap 0047.
X Only fill the tank until the pump nozzle
switches off.
! Overfilling the fuel tank could damage the
fuel system.
X To close: replace the fuel filler cap and turn
it clockwise. The fuel filler cap audibly
engages.
X Close the fuel filler flap. Petrol (EN 228)
! Refuel using only unleaded, sulphur-free
premium grade petrol with aminimum
octan enumber of 95 RON/85 MON con-
formin gtoEuropean standard EN 228.
Otherwise, you could impair engine output
or damage the engine. i
Asatemporary measure, only when the
recommended fuel is not available, you
may also use regular unleaded petrol,
91 RON/82. 5MON. This may reduce
engine performance and increase fuel con-
sumption. Avoid driving at full throttle.
In some countries, the fuel grade available
may not be adequate and could cause cok-
ing around the inlet valve. In such cases,
and in consultation with aMercedes-Benz
Servic eCentre, the petrol may be mixed
with the additive recommended by
Mercedes-Benz (part no.
A000989254510). You must observe the
notes and mixing ratios specified on the
container.
Further information on "Fuel" (Y page 287). Diese
l(EN 590, DIN 51628) G
Risk of fire
Do not use petrol to refuel vehicles with adie-
sel engine. Do not mix diesel with petrol. This
would result in damage to the fuel system and
engine, which could lead to avehicle fire.
! Refuel using only diesel which conforms
to European standard EN 590 or German
standard DIN 51628. Otherwise, you could
impair engine output or damage the engine.
! When refuelling vehicles with adiesel par-
ticulate filter in countries outside the EU,
only low-sulphur Euro diesel with less than
0.005 percent sulphur content by weight
(50 ppm) should be used.
! In countries in which diesel with ahigher
sulphur content is available, the engine oil
should be renewed at more frequent inter-
vals. More information about intervals for
changin gthe engine oil can be obtained
from any Mercedes-Benz Servic eCentre.
! Using fuel that does not comply with the
European standard EN 590 or the German Refuelling
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damage to paintwor
kdue to improper treat-
ment.
! Under no circumstances should you pol-
ish the vehicle. Polishing will make the
paintwor kshine.
! When carin gfor your paintwork, do not
use paint cleaner ,grindin gorp olishing
products, or gloss preservers such as wax.
These product sare only suitable for high-
gloss finishes. Using them on avehicle with
am att finish results in serious damage to
the surface (gleaming, spotted areas).
Always have paintwor krepairs carried out
at aq ualified specialist workshop, e.g. a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
i From the range of available Mercedes-
Ben zcare products, use only the insect
remover and the car shampoo.
Cleaning the paintwork Scratches, corrosive deposits, areas affected
by corrosion and damage caused by inade-
quate care cannot always be completely
repaired. In such cases, visit
aqualified spe-
cialist workshop immediately, e.g. a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
X Remove the following types of dirt immedi-
ately, whilst avoiding rubbing too hard.
Soak:
R
insec tremains with insec tremover
R bird droppings with water
and rinse off the treated surface after-
wards.
Remove:
R tree resin, oils, fuels and greases by rub-
bing gently with acloths oaked in petro-
leum ether or lighter fluid
R tar stain with tar remover
R wax with silicon eremover !
Do not affix:
R stickers
R films
R magnetic plates or similar items
to painted surfaces .Otherwise, you could
damage the paintwork.
Cleaning the Cabriolet soft top X
Light soiling: you can clean the soft top
while it is dry or rinse it with clear water.
X Normal to heavy soiling: you can clean
the soft top with abrush and clear water.
Clean stain sand other heavy soiling with a
brush and asuitable soft-top cleaning
agent .Always brush in the direction of the
fabric, from fron ttoback.
! Never use any of the following to clean the
soft top:
R petrol
R thinner
R tar or stain remover
R other organic solvents
! Remove bird droppings immediately as
they are corrosive and, therefore, can make
the soft-top fabric leak. Do not use high-
pressure cleanin gequipment to clean the
vehicle. Do not use sharp-edged equipment
to remov eice and snow.
Frequen tcleanin greduces the resistance to
dirt of the soft top.
To restore this resistance, clean your soft top
with Mercedes-Benz soft top care products.
Incorrec tcleanin gand care, as well as ageing,
can cause soft-top seams to leak. Have the
soft-top seams sealed at aqualified specialist
workshop, e.g. at aMercedes-Benz Service
Centre.
i Cover the soft top with asuitable cover if
you plan to leave the vehicle outside for a
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These may damage the display surface. Do
not exert pressure when cleaning the dis-
play surface as this may lead to irreversible
damage.
Cleaning the seat covers !
Do not use microfibre cloths to clean gen-
uine leather, artificial leather or
Alcantara ®
covers, as these are too aggres-
sive and, if used often ,may damage the
cover.
! Clean:
R genuine leather covers with adamp
cloth, then wipe the covers down with a
dry cloth. Make sure that the leather
does not become soaked. For leather
care, use aleather care agent recom-
mended by Mercedes-Benz.Y ou can
obtain information about this from any
Mercedes-Benz Servic eCentre.
R artificial leather covers with acloth mois-
tened with asolution containing 1%
detergen t(e.g. washing-up liquid).
R cloth covers with amicrofibre cloth mois-
tened with asolution containing 1%
detergen t(e.g. washing-up liquid). Rub
carefully and alway swipe entire seat sec-
tions to avoid leaving visible lines. Leave
the seat to dry afterwards. Cleaning
results depend on the type of dirt and
how long it has been there.
R Alcantara ®
covers with adamp cloth.
Make sure you wipe entire seat sections
to avoid leaving visible lines.
i Note that regular care is essential to
ensure that the quality (both appearance
and comfort) of the covers is retained over
time. Cleaning the plastic trim !
Do not affix the following to plastic surfa-
ces:
R stickers
R films
R scented oil bottles or similar items
You can otherwise damage the plastic.
! Ensure that cosmetics, insect repellent
and suntan lotion do not come into contact
with the vehicle's trim. This will protec tthe
vehicle's high-quality trim and help retain
its overall appearance.
X Wipe the plastic trim with adamp, lint-free
cloth (e.g. amicrofibre cloth).
X Heavy soiling: use car care and cleaning
products recommended and approved by
Mercedes-Benz.
Cleaning the wooden trim* and trim
strips X
Wipe the wooden trim and trim strips with
ad amp, lint-free cloth (e.g. amicrofibre
cloth).
X Heavy soiling: use car care and cleaning
products recommended and approved by
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