Switch off the engine during longer stops
Switch off the engine during longer stops, e.g., at traffic lights, railroad crossings or in traffic congestion.
Fuel savings are achieved after the vehicle is switched off for only approx. 4 seconds.
See also:
Manually unlocking fuel filler flap
In the event of a malfunction, the fuel filler flap
can be released manually:
1. Open the right-hand side panel in the cargo
area.
2. Pull the knob with the gas pump symbol.
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