Users Manual Part 5

Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use fuel
brands that have additives.
In some countries, the fuel available may not
have sufficient additives. Residue could build up
in the fuel injection system as a result. In this
case, in consultation with a Mercedes-Benz
service centre, the fuel may be mixed with the
cleaning additive recommended by Mercedes-
Benz. Be sure to observe the notes and mixing
ratios specified on the container.
Information on fuel grades for vehicles with
a diesel engine
General notes
Observe the notes on operating fluids
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WARNING Risk of fire from fuel mixture
If you mix diesel fuel with petrol, the flash
point of the fuel mixture is lower than that of
pure diesel fuel.
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Never refuel using petrol in diesel
engines.
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Never mix petrol with diesel fuel.
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NOTE Damage caused by the wrong fuel
Even small amounts of the wrong fuel could
result in damage to the fuel system, the
engine and the emission control system.
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Only refuel using sulphur-free diesel
fuel that conforms to European stand‐
ard EN 590, or an equivalent specifica‐
tion.
In countries without sulphur-free diesel
fuel, refuel using only low-sulphur diesel
fuel with a sulphur content less than
50 ppm.
Never refuel with one of the following fuels:
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petrol
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marine diesel
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heating oil
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pure bio-diesel fuel or vegetable oil
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paraffin or kerosene
If you have accidentally refuelled with the
wrong fuel:
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Do not switch the ignition on.
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
The following compatibility indication for fuel
applies to your vehicle:
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For diesel fuel with a maximum of 7% by vol‐
ume bio-diesel (fatty acid methyl ester)
According to European standard EN 16942 you
can find the compatibility indications at the fol‐
lowing locations:
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on the vehicle on the information label in the
fuel filler flap (/ page 190)
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on the fuel pump or pump nozzle suitable for
your vehicle throughout Europe
Technical data
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