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Refueling

Safety information

Vehicle features and options

This chapter describes model-specific equip-

ment, systems, and functions that are currently

available, or may become available in the fu-

ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.

Warning

Simultaneous charging and refueling poses a

risk of fire if a sufficient safety distance from

easily flammable materials is not maintained.

There is a risk of injury and risk of property

damage. Do not refuel and charge the vehicle

at the same time.

Additional information:

Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.

Follow the following when

refueling

NOTICE

With a range below 30 miles/50 km, the

engine may no longer have sufficient fuel.

Engine functions are not ensured anymore.

There is a risk of property damage. Refuel

promptly.

General information

Follow the fuel recommendation prior to refuel-

ing.

To also ensure all engine functions under un-

favorable conditions, for instance steep vehi-

cle inclinations, at least 3 US gal/10 liters fuel

should be refueled.

NOTICE

Fuels are toxic and aggressive. Overfilling of

the fuel tank can damage the fuel system.

Painted surfaces may be damaged by con-

tact with fuel. Escaping fuel can harm the

environment. There is a risk of property dam-

age. Avoid overfilling.

When refueling, hook the fuel pump nozzle

completely into the filler pipe. Lifting up the fuel

pump nozzle while refueling causes:

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Premature switching off.

Reduced return of the fuel vapors.

The fuel tank is full when the fuel pump nozzle

clicks off the first time.

Make sure that the fuel cap is closed properly

after refueling, otherwise the emissions warn-

ing light may illuminate.

Tank ventilation system

Principle

Follow safety regulations posted at the filling

station.

The vehicle is equipped with a special fuel

tank. The fuel tank is designed for special re-

quirements that arise from hybrid operation of

the vehicle, i.e., alternating drive with combus-

tion engine or electric motor.

Additional information:

Fuel quality, refer to page 371.

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If you have sufficient fuel, search for

an authorized service center or another

qualified service center or repair shop.

General information

Overpressure caused by gasoline vapors may

form in the fuel tank. Before opening, ventilate

the tank to equalize the pressure.

If you do not have sufficient fuel, unlock

the fuel filler flap manually.

The tank can be ventilated at a walking speed,

e.g., shortly before refueling.

Additional information:

Emergency unlocking, refer to page 342.

Overview

Fuel filler cap

General information

If the fuel filler cap is not fitted correctly, the

emissions indicator light illuminates on the in-

strument cluster.

Additional information:

Indicator/warning lights, refer to page 142.

The button is located in the storage compart-

ment of the driver's door.

Safety information

Ventilate the tank

Warning

The fuel filler cap's retaining strap can be-

come pinched and crushed when the cap is

closed. It will then not be possible to close

the fuel filler cap correctly. Fuel or fuel va-

pors can escape. There is a risk of injury and

risk of property damage. Make sure that the

retaining strap does not become pinched or

crushed when closing the fuel filler cap.

1. Press the tank ventilation

button in

the driver’s door to start pressure equaliza-

tion.

The tank ventilation system status is dis-

played in the instrument cluster. In rare

cases, tank ventilation can last several mi-

nutes.

When tank ventilating has finished, a mes-

sage is displayed in the instrument cluster.

The fuel filler flap is released for opening.

Opening

Before opening, press the tank ventilation but-

ton in the driver’s door to start pressure equali-

zation.

2. Open the fuel filler flap.

If it is not possible to open the fuel filler

flap after tank ventilating, press the button

again.

If the fuel filler flap cannot be opened even

after pressing the button again:

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1. To open the fuel filler flap, press on the rear

edge, arrow. The fuel filler flap opens.

Emergency unlocking

It may be necessary in certain situations to un-

lock the fuel filler flap manually, for instance

with an electrical malfunction.

The release is located in the cargo area.

1. Remove the cover on the right side trim

panel.

2. Open the fuel filler cap counterclockwise.

2. Pull the green button with the fuel pump

icon. This silently releases the fuel filler flap.

3. To open the fuel filler flap, press on the rear

edge. The fuel filler flap opens.

4. Carefully open the fuel filler cap. Excess

pressure can build up in the fuel tank from

gasoline vapor.

3. Place the fuel filler cap in the bracket on the

fuel filler flap.

5. Refuel the vehicle as usual. The residual

pressure in the tank may make refueling

difficult, for instance the fuel pump nozzle

may shut off frequently.

Have the vehicle checked immediately by an

authorized service center or another qualified

service center or repair shop.

Additional information:

Tank ventilation system, refer to page 340.

Closing

1. Fit the fuel filler cap and turn it clockwise

until it clicks audibly.

2. Press on the fuel filler flap until it engages.

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