2014 MERCEDES-BENZ CL-Class fuel filter

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Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles with a
gasoline engine. Even small amounts of the
wrong fuel result in damage to the fuel
system and engine.
! Do not switch on the ignition if you
accidentally refuel with the wrong fuel.
Otherwise, the fuel will enter the fuel lines.
Notify a qualified specialist workshop and
have the fuel tank and fuel lines drained
completely.
! Overfilling the fuel tank could damage the
fuel system.
! Take care not to spill any fuel on painted
surfaces. You could otherwise damage the
paintwork.
! Use a filter when refueling from a fuel can.
Otherwise, the fuel lines and/or injection
system could be blocked by particles from
the fuel can.
Further information on fuel and on fuel grades
can be found in the "Fuel" section
(Y page 484). Refueling
Fuel fillerf lap :
To open the fuel filler flap
; To inser tthe fuel filler cap
= Tire pressure table
? Fuel type
The fuel filler flap is unlocked or locked
automatically when you open or close the vehicle with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS-
GO.
The position of the fuel filler cap
8is
displayed in the instrumentc luster.The arrow
next to the filling pump indicates the side of
the vehicle.
Opening X
Switch off the engine.
X Remove the SmartKey from the ignition
lock.
X KEYLESS-GO: open the driver’s door.
This corresponds to SmartKey position 0:
"SmartKey removed".
The driver’s door can be closed again.
X Press the fuel filler flap in the direction of
arrow :.
The fuel filler flap opens slightly.
X Open the fuel filler flap fully.
X Turn the fuel filler flap counter-clockwise
and remove it.
X Insert the fuel filler cap into the holder
bracket on the inside of filler flap ;.
X Completely insert the filler neck of the fuel
pump nozzle into the tank and refuel.
X Only fill the tank until the pump nozzle
switches off.
i Do not add any more fuel after the pump
stops filling for the first time. Otherwise,
fuel may leak out.
Closing X
Replace the cap on the filler neck and turn
clockwise until it engages audibly.
X Close the fuel filler flap.
i If you drive with the fuel filler cap open,
the reserve fuel warning lamp flashes. In
addition, the ;Check Engine warning
lamp may light up. Amessage appears in
the multifunction display (Y page 374).
For further information on warning and
indicator lamps in the instrument cluster,
see (Y page 396). Refueling
287Driving and parking Z

Display messages
The measuremen
ttakes a few seconds. You will see one of the following messages in the
multifunction display: Problem Possible causes/consequences and
M Solutions
Engine Oil Level OK The oil level is correct.
Add 1.0 l Engine
Oil At Next
Refueling . The oil level is too low.
X
add 1. 0lof engine oil. Add 1.5 l Engine
Oil At Next
Refueling . The oil level is too low.
X
add 1.5 l of engine oil. Add 2.0 l Engine
Oil At Next
Refueling . The oil level is too low.
X
add 2.0 l of engine oil. Engine Oil Level
Reduce Oil Level The engine oil level is too high.
X
Have excess engine oil siphoned off. For Engine Oil
Level Ignition
Must be On The ignition is switched off.
X
Turn the SmartKey to position 2in the ignition lock. Need More Time to
Check Engine Oil
Level The required waiting period was not observed.
X
If the engine is at normal operating temperature: repeat the
measurement after about five minutes.
If the engine is not at normal operating temperature (e.g. if the
engine was only started briefly): repeat the measurement after
about 30 minutes. Engine Oil Level
Not When Engine On The engine is running; oil level measurement is not possible.
X
Switch off the engine.
X If the engine is at normal operating temperature: wait about five
minutes before carrying out the measurement.
If the engine is not at normal operating temperature, e.g. if the
engine was only started briefly: wait approximately
30 minutes before carrying out the measurement. Adding engine oil
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WARNING
If engine oil comes into contact with hot
engine parts, it may ignite and you could burn
yourself. Do not spill any engine oil on hot
engine parts. H
Environmental note
When adding oil, take care not to spill any. If
oil enters the soil or waterways, it is harmful
to the environment.
! Only use engine oils and oil filters that
have been approved for vehicles with a Engine compartment
423Maintenance and care Z

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avoid sudde nacceleration and engine
speeds above 3000 rpm.
R neve rrefuel using fuel with an octane
number lower than 87. Otherwise,
engine failure could occur.
Using mixtures of methanol and ethanol is not
permitted. E10 fuel or E15 fuel (unleaded
gasoline with 10% or 15% ethanol) can be
used.
You will usually find information about the fuel
grade on the pump. If you cannot find the
label on the pump, ask the staff for
assistance.
i For further information, consult a
qualified specialist workshop or on the
Internet at http://www.mbusa.com (USA
only).
Information on refueling (Y page 287).
Additives
! Operating the engine with fuel additives
added later can lead to engine failure. Do
not mix fuel additives with fuel. This does
not include additives for the removal and
prevention of residue buildup. gasoline
must only be mixed with additives
recommended by Mercedes-Benz .Comply
with the instructions for use on the product
label. More information about
recommended additives can be obtained
from any authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use
fuel brands that have the additives.
The quality of the fuel available in some
countries may not be sufficient .Residue
could build up as a result. In such cases, and
in consultation with an authorized Mercedes-
BenzC enter, the gasoline may be mixed with
the cleaning additive recommended by
Mercedes-Benz (part no. A000989254512).
You must observe the notes and mixing ratios
specified on the container. Engine oil
Points to remember !
Never use engine oil or an oil filter of a
specification other than is necessary to
fulfill the prescribed servic eintervals. Do
not change the engine oil or oil filter in
order to achieve longe rreplacement
intervals than those prescribed. You could
otherwise cause engine damage or damage
to the exhaust gas aftertreatment.
Follow the instructions in the service
interval display regarding the oil change.
Otherwise, you may damage the engine and
the exhaust gas aftertreatment.
The engine oils are matched to the
performance of Mercedes-Benz engines and
service intervals. You should therefore only
use engine oils and oil filters that are
approved for vehicles with maintenance
systems.
For a list of approved engine oils and oil filters,
consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center .Orvisit the website
http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com.
The table shows which engine oils have been
approved for your vehicle. Model Engine
model MB
Approval
CL 550 4MATIC
278 229.5
CL 600
275
CL 63 AMG
23 157
CL 65 AMG
23 275
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MB approval is indicated on the oil
containers.
Filling capacities The following values refer to an oil change
including the oil filter.
23 Only SAE 0W-40/SAE 5W-40 engine oils may be used. 486
Service products and filling capacitiesTechnical data