Closing
- Replace the fuel filler cap and turn it clockwise. The fuel filler cap audibly engages.
- Close the fuel filler flap.
If you drive with the fuel filler cap open, reserve fuel warning lamp flashes. In addition, the Check Engine warning lamp may light up. A message appears in the multifunction display (). For further information on warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster, see ().
Close the fuel filler flap before locking the vehicle. A locking pin otherwise prevents the fuel filler flap from closing after the vehicle has been locked.
Problems with fuel and the fuel tank
Problem
Fuel is leaking from the vehicle.
Possible causes/consequences and Solutions
Risk of explosion or fire
The fuel line or the fuel tank is defective.
- Turn the SmartKey to position 0() in the ignition lock immediately and remove it.
- Do not restart the engine under any circumstances.
- Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Problem
The fuel filler flap cannot be opened.
Possible causes/consequences and Solutions
The fuel filler flap is not unlocked.
or
The SmartKey battery is discharged.
- Unlock the vehicle ().
or
- Unlock the vehicle using the mechanical key ().
The fuel filler flap is unlocked, but the opening mechanism is jammed.
- Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
See also:
Using KEYLESS-GO to start the engine
WARNING
As long as the SmartKey is in your vehicle, the
vehicle can be started. Therefore, never leave
children unattended in the vehicle, as they
could otherwise accidentally start the engin ...
Child-proof locks for the rear doors
WARNING
Children could open a rear door from inside
the vehicle. This could result in serious
injuries or an accident. Therefore, when
children ride in the rear always secure the rear
doors ...
Overhead control panel
Overhead control panel
Function
1 Switches the rear interior lighting on/off
2 Switches the automatic interior
lighting control on/off
3 Switches the righthand reading
lamp on/off
4 Ope ...