Refueling
192
Refueling
Always switch off the engine before refu-
eling; otherwise, fuel cannot be added to 
the tank and a message will be displayed.<
Take all precautionary measures and 
observe all applicable regulations when 
handling fuel. Do not carry any spare fuel con-
tainers in your vehicle. They can develop a leak 
and cause an explosion or cause a fire in the 
event of an accident.<
Fuel filler flap
Opening
1.Open fuel filler flap. To do so, lightly press 
the rear edge.
2.Turn the gas cap counterclockwise.
3.Place the gas cap in the bracket attached to 
the fuel filler flap.
Closing
Fit the cap and turn it clockwise until you clearly 
hear a click.
Do not pinch the band attached to the 
cap; otherwise, the cap cannot be closed 
properly and fuel vapors can escape. A mes-
sage will be displayed if the gas cap is loose or 
missing.<
Manually releasing the fuel filler flap
In the event of a malfunction, you can release 
the fuel filler flap manually:
Pull the button in the cargo area with the fuel 
pump symbol down. The fuel filler flap is 
released.
Observe the following when refueling
When handling fuels, follow the safety 
instructions provided at filling stations; 
otherwise, there is a risk of personal injury or 
property damage.<
When refueling, insert the filler nozzle com-
pletely into the filler pipe. Avoid lifting the filler 
nozzle while filling the tank, as that would 
lead to:
>premature pump shutoff
>reduced efficiency of the fuel-vapor recov-
ery system.
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks 
off the first time.
Fuel tank capacity
Approx. 15.5 US gallons/55 liters, including the 
reserve capacity of 2.1 US gallons/8 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.< 
Reference 241
At a glance
Controls
Driving tips
Communications
Navigation
Entertainment
Mobility
Exhaust system, refer to Hot 
exhaust system113
Exterior mirrors45
– adjusting45
– automatic dimming 
feature46
– automatic heating46
– folding in and out45
External audio device104
Eyes
– for tow-starting and towing 
away220
– for tying down loads116
F
Failure messages, refer to 
Check Control73
Failure of an electrical 
consumer216
False alarm
– avoiding unintentional 
alarm34
– switching off an alarm34
Fastening safety belts, refer to 
Safety belts44
Fastest route for 
navigation130
Fast forward
– CD changer153
– CD player153
Fault
– parking brake53
Filter
– refer to Microfilter/activated-
charcoal filter for automatic 
climate control98
– refer to Microfilter for air 
conditioner95
First aid pouch219
Fixture for remote control, 
refer to Ignition lock50
Flash when locking/
unlocking31
Flat tire
– run-flat tires199
– Tire Pressure Monitor 
TPM82Flat Tire Monitor FTM81
– indicating a flat tire81
– indicator/warning lamp81
– initializing the system81
– snow chains81,200
– system limits81
Flat tires, refer to Tire 
condition198
Fluid reservoir, refer to 
Washer fluid reservoir61
FM, waveband143
Folding in the mirrors, before 
driving into a car wash45
Footbrake, refer to Braking 
safely114
Footwell lamps, refer to 
Interior lamps92
Forward gear, engaging, refer 
to Transmission 
positions56
For your own safety5
Free memory capacity, music 
collection161
Front airbags85
FTM, refer to Flat Tire 
Monitor81
Fuel193
– average consumption66
– gauge65
– high-quality brands193
– quality193
– specifications
193
– tank contents, refer to 
Capacities228
Fuel clock, refer to Fuel 
gauge65
Fuel display, refer to Fuel 
gauge65
Fuel filler flap192
– releasing in the event of 
electrical malfunction192
Fuses216
G
Garage door opener, refer to 
Integrated universal remote 
control100Gasoline
– refer to Average 
consumption66
Gasoline, refer to Required 
fuel193
Gasoline display, refer to Fuel 
gauge65
Gas station 
recommendations131
Gear display, refer to Displays 
in the instrument cluster56
Gear indicator, automatic 
transmission with 
Steptronic53
Gears, changing57
Gearshift lever
– automatic transmission with 
Steptronic54
– manual transmission53
Gearshifts
– automatic transmission with 
Steptronic54
– manual transmission53
General driving notes113
Glove compartment103
GPS navigation, refer to 
Navigation system120
Grills, refer to Air vents93
Gross vehicle weight, refer to 
Weights228
H
Handbrake, refer to Parking 
brake52
Hands-free system14
Hazard warning flashers14
HD Radio144
Head airbags85
Headlamp control, 
automatic88
Headlamp flasher59
– indicator lamp11,13
Heated
– mirrors46
– rear window95,98
– seats43