Refueling
194
Refueling
Switch off the engine before refueling, 
otherwise no fuel can be filled 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.
Unlocking manually
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 the 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. Avoid raising the filler 
nozzle during refueling, otherwise this
>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 gal/70 liters, including the 
reserve capacity of approx.4 US gal/15 liters.
Refuel as soon as possible once your 
cruising 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.< 
Everything from A to Z
240 Exhaust system, refer to Hot 
exhaust system115
Exterior mirrors52
– adjusting52
– automatic dimming 
feature52
– automatic heating52
– folding in and out52
– tilting down passenger-side 
mirror52
External audio device107
Eye for tow-starting and 
towing, refer to Tow 
fitting221
Eyes for lashing, refer to 
Securing cargo118
F
"Fader", refer to Tone 
control150
Fader, refer to Tone 
control150
Failure messages, refer to 
Check Control73
False alarm
– refer to Avoiding 
unintentional alarms36
– refer to Switching off 
alarm36
Fastening safety belts, refer to 
Safety belts51
Fastest route for 
navigation134
Fast forward
– CD changer164
– CD player164
"Fast route" for 
navigation134
"Favorites", calling up with 
radio155
Filler neck for washer fluid66
Filling bottle, refer to 
M Mobility System212
Filter, refer to Microfilter/
activated-charcoal filter103Fine wood, refer to Caring for 
your vehicle brochure
First aid, refer to First-aid 
kit220
First-aid kit220
Flashing, when locking and 
unlocking, refer to Setting 
confirmation signals31
Flashlight, refer to 
Rechargeable flashlight106
Flat tire
– Flat Tire Monitor84
– M Mobility System212
– run-flat tires87
– spare wheel215
– Tire Pressure Monitor86
– warning lamp86,87
Flat Tire Monitor84
– false alarms85
– initializing system85
– limits of system85
– snow chains201
– warning lamp86
Floor mats, refer to Caring for 
your vehicle brochure
Floor mats/carpets, refer to 
Caring for your vehicle 
brochure
Fluid reservoir, refer to Filler 
neck for washer fluid66
"FM", reception 
range148,152
FM, waveband152
Folding into raised position 
convertible top 
compartment floor, 
Convertible35
Footbrake, refer to Braking 
safely116
Footwell lighting, refer to 
Interior lamps97
For specified oil grades, refer 
to Approved engine oils205
For your own safety6
Freeway, refer to Route 
criteria134
Front airbags89Front passenger airbags
– deactivating89
– deactivating, refer to 
Exception for front 
passenger seat56
"FTM"85
FTM, refer to Flat Tire 
Monitor84
Fuel
– average consumption70
– display69
– fuel specifications195
– high-quality brands195
– quality195
– specifications195
– tank contents, refer to 
Capacities228
Fuel display, refer to Fuel 
gauge69
Fuel filler door194
– releasing in the event of 
electrical malfunction194
Fuel gauge69
Full mobile phone preparation 
package170
Full screen display, refer to 
Switching assistance 
window off20
Fuses218
G
Garage-door opener, refer to 
Integrated universal remote 
control105
Gasoline
– refer to Average fuel 
consumption70
– refer to Fuel 
specifications195
– refer to Required fuel195
Gasoline display, refer to Fuel 
gauge69
Gear changes62
Gear display, refer to Displays 
in instrument cluster62
Gearshift lever, manual 
transmission60