230 Checking and refilling levels
Checking and refilling levels
Refuelling
The tank flap is released manually. The tank holds approxi-
mately 70 litres.
Fig. 177 Fuel tank flap
with tank cap attached
The flap that covers the tank cap is unlocked and locked automati-
cally by the central locking.
Unscrewing the tank cap
–Press the right side of the flap to open it.
–Unscrew the fuel tank cap anticlockwise.
–Hook the cap onto the support fitted to the open tank flap
⇒ Fig. 177.
Closing the tank cap
–Screw the tank cap clockwise into the filler opening until it you
hear it click into position.
–Close the tank flap.
The tank flap is at the rear of the vehicle on the right.
If the automatic filler nozzle is operated correctly, it will switch itself off as
soon as the tank is “full”. Never attempt to fill beyond this point, as this will
fill the expansion chamber. Fuel may leak out if ambient conditions are
warm.
The correct fuel grade for your vehicle is given on a sticker on the inside of
the fuel tank flap. Here you will find further information on fuel.
Releasing the fuel tank flap manually*
If the central locking system fails, the fuel tank flap can be opened manually
as follows:
●Open the rear lid
●Remove the cover from the right side trim in the luggage compartment.
●Insert a hand and pull the locking device back
●Open the cap and take out the plug.
