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Vehicle equipment
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐
cific and special equipment available for the
model series. It may therefore describe equip‐
ment and functions which are not installed in
your vehicle, for example on account of the op‐
tional equipment selected or the country specifi‐
cation. This also applies to safety-relevant func‐
tions and systems. Please comply with the
relevant laws and regulations when using the
corresponding functions and systems.
Fuel quality
General
Depending on the region, many filling stations
sell fuel that is adapted to winter or summer con‐
ditions. Fuel that is sold in winter facilitates cold
starting, for example.
Petrol
General
For optimal fuel consumption, the petrol should
be sulphur-free or low in sulphur content.
Fuels labelled on the pump as containing metal
must not be used.
You can fill up with fuels with a maximum ethanol
content of 10 %, in other words E10.
The engine has knock control. This means that
different petrol grades can be used.

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Safety notes
NOTE
Even small quantities of the wrong fuel or
wrong fuel additives can damage the fuel sys‐
tem and engine. In addition, the catalytic con‐
verter will be permanently damaged. There is a
danger of damage to property. Do not use the
following fuel or additives with petrol engines:
▷ Leaded petrol.
▷ Metallic additives, for example manganese
or iron.
After filling the wrong fuel, do not press the
start/stop button. Contact a Service Partner of
the manufacturer or another qualified Service
Partner or a specialist workshop.
NOTE
Incorrect fuels can damage the fuel system and
engine. There is a danger of damage to prop‐
erty. Do not refuel with fuel with a higher etha‐
nol content than recommended. Do not refuel
with fuel containing methanol, for example M5
to M100.
NOTE
Fuel below the specified minimum quality can
adversely affect engine function or lead to en‐
gine damage. There is a danger of damage to
property. Do not refuel with petrol below the
specified minimum quality.
Petrol grade
Super, RON 95.
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