Refueling
182
Refueling
Always switch off the engine before refu-
eling; otherwise, no fuel can be dispensed 
into the tank and a message is displayed.<
When handling fuel, always observe all 
applicable precautionary measures and 
regulations. Never transport reserve fuel con-
tainers in the vehicle. They can leak and cause 
an explosion or a fire in an accident.<
Fuel filler door
To open and close: briefly press the rear edge of 
the fuel filler door.
Manual release
In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can 
release the fuel filler door manually:
In the luggage compartment, pull the knob with 
the gas pump symbol on the right side panel.
Observe following when refueling
When handling fuels always follow any 
safety guidelines posted at the gas sta-
tion.<
Place the fuel filler cap in the bracket attached 
to the fuel filler door.
When refueling, insert the filler nozzle com-
pletely into the filler pipe. Lifting the filler nozzle 
during refueling
>results in premature pump shutoff
>can lead to reduced efficiency in the fuel-
vapor recovery system
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks 
off the first time.
Fuel tank capacity
Approx. 18.5 US gallons/70 liters, including the 
reserve capacity of approx. 2.1 gallons/8 liters.
Refuel as soon as possible once your 
remaining range falls below 30 miles/
50 km; otherwise, engine functions are not 
ensured and damage can occur.<
Fuel filler cap
Closing
Insert the cap and turn it clockwise until there is 
a clearly audible click.
Do not jam the strap attached to the fuel 
filler cap between the fuel filler cap and 
the vehicle. A message is displayed if the cap is 
loose or missing.< 
Reference 223
At a glance
Controls
Driving tips
Communications
Navigation
Entertainment
Mobility
Fast forward
– CD changer157
– CD player157
"Fast route" for 
navigation131
"Favorites" calling up with 
radio147
Filling capacities212
First aid, refer to First-aid 
kit203
First-aid kit203
Flashing when locking and 
unlocking, refer to Setting 
acknowledgment signals31
Flashlight, refer to 
Rechargeable flashlight107
Flat tire
– Flat Tire Monitor88
– run-flat tires89,188
Flat Tire Monitor88
– false alarms88
– initializing system88
– limits of system88
– show chains189
– warning lamp89
"FM", reception 
range140,144
FM, waveband144
Fog lamps98
– indicator lamp13,98
Folding into raised position 
convertible top 
compartment floor, 
Convertible35
Footbrake, refer to Braking 
safely115
Footwell lighting, refer to 
Interior lamps99
For specified oil grades, refer 
to Approved engine oils192
For your own safety6
Freeway, refer to Route 
criteria130
Front airbags90
Front passenger airbags 
deactivating91
"FTM"89FTM, refer to Flat Tire Monitor 
FTM88
Fuel
– average consumption75
– display75
– fuel specifications183
– high-quality brands183
– quality183
– specifications183
– tank capacity182
Fuel display, refer to Fuel 
gauge
75
Fuel filler door182
– releasing in the event of 
electrical malfunction182
Fuel gauge75
Fuses201
G
Garage-door opener, refer to 
Integrated universal remote 
control106
Gas, refer to Average fuel 
consumption75
Gasoline
– refer to Fuel 
specifications183
– refer to Required fuel183
Gasoline display, refer to Fuel 
gauge75
Gear changes
– automatic transmission with 
Steptronic62
– SMG Sequential Manual 
Gearbox62
Gear display
– automatic transmission with 
Steptronic62
– SMG Sequential Manual 
Gearbox61
Gearshift lever
– automatic transmission with 
Steptronic62
– manual transmission60
– SMG Sequential Manual 
Gearbox61General driving notes114
Getting in back51
Glass sunroof, electric, 
comfort operation with 
comfort access37
Glass sunroof, electric with 
raise function40
– convenience operation32
– moving manually41
– remote control30
Glove compartment107
– rechargeable flashlight107
GPS navigation, refer to 
Navigation system120
Grills, refer to Ventilation103
Gross vehicle weight, refer to 
Weights210
H
Handbrake60
– indicator lamp13,60
Handsfree system
– refer to Microphone14
Hazard warning flashers15
HD, refer to High Definition 
Radio148
Head airbags90
Headlamp control, 
automatic96
Headlamp flasher64
Headlamps
– care, refer to the Caring for 
your vehicle brochure
– cleaning, refer to Wiper 
system66
– replacing bulbs197
Head Light, refer to Adaptive 
Head Light97
Head restraints
– front50
– removing50
– sitting safely47
"Head-Up Display"94
Head-Up Display93