Identification of fuels and fuels standards
Fig. 1 In the tank flap: fuel information label.
Fuel information label
Different engines require different fuels. There is a factory-fitted fuel information sticker in the tank flap that
indicates the required fuel type for the vehicle → Fig. 1.
The designation and the framework indicate, which fuels are suitable for the vehicle. This is a minimum requirement.
Other fuels must not be used for the vehicle →
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Fuel standards
The fuel being filled needs to comply with one of the following standards→
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Where fuel complying with the specified standards is not available, a qualified workshop will have information on
which available fuels are suitable for the vehicle.
Petrol
Petrol fuels withEthanol content. The number specifies the maximum ethanol content in the petrol, e.g. E5 for
a maximum of 5% ethanol.
Fuel standard
—EN 228.
Diesel
Diesel fuels with Biodiesel content. The number indicates the maximum biodiesel content of the diesel, e.g. B7
for maximum 7% biodiesel.
Fuel standard
—EN 590.
—DIN EN 590.
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