Fuel cap
Opening
1. Briefly press the rear edge of the fuel filler flap.
2. Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise.
3. Place the fuel cap in the bracket attached to the fuel filler flap.
Closing
1. Fit the cap and turn it clockwise until you
clearly hear a click.
2. Close the fuel filler flap.
Do not pinch the retaining strap
Do not pinch the retaining strap attached to the cap; otherwise, the cap cannot be closed properly and fuel vapors can escape.
A message is displayed if the cap is loose or missing.
Manually unlocking fuel filler flap
In the event of an electrical malfunction, for example.
Pull the green knob with the fuel pump symbol. This releases the fuel filler flap.
See also:
Emissions
The warning lamp lights up:
The vehicle is producing higher emissions. The trip can be continued. Have the
car checked as soon as possible.
Canadian models display this warning lamp.
The lamp f ...
System limits
Be alert
Due to system limitations, warnings may
be not be issued at all, or may be issued late or
improperly. Therefore, always be alert and ready
to intervene; otherwise, there is the danger ...
Check the tire inflation pressure regularly
Check and, if necessary, correct the tire inflation
pressure at least twice a month and before starting
on a long trip.
Low tire inflation pressure increases rolling resistance
and thus raises ...