Introduction; Protection Of The Environment - Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class Owner's Manual

Introduction

Protection of the environment

Protection of the environment
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Environmental note
DaimlerChrysler's declared policy is one of
comprehensive environmental protection.
The objectives are for the natural resources
which form the basis of our existence on this
planet to be used sparingly and in a manner
which takes the requirements of both nature
and humanity into account.
You too can make a contribution towards
protecting the environment by operating
your vehicle in an environmentally-responsi-
ble manner.
Fuel consumption and the rate of engine,
transmission, brake and tyre wear depend
on the following:
the operating conditions of your vehicle
your driving style
You can influence both of these conditions.
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Therefore, bear the following in mind:
Operating conditions
Avoid driving short distances as this
increases fuel consumption.
Make sure that tyre pressures are
always correct.
Do not carry any unnecessary weight.
Keep an eye on the vehicle's fuel con-
sumption.
Remove roof racks once you no longer
need them.
A regularly serviced vehicle will contrib-
ute to environmental protection. You
should therefore adhere to the service
intervals.
Always have service work carried out at
a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. at a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Style of driving:
Do not depress the accelerator pedal
when starting the engine.
Do not warm up the engine with the
vehicle stationary.
Drive carefully and maintain sufficient
distance from the vehicle in front.
Avoid frequent, powerful acceleration.
Change gear in good time and use each
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gear only up to of its maximum
/
3
engine speed.
Switch off the engine in stationary traf-
fic.
Vehicle take-back
Contact Mercedes-Benz on the following
phone numbers if you wish to return your
Mercedes-Benz to have it disposed of in an
environmentally-responsible manner:
Germany: 00800 1 777 7777
International: +49 69 95 30 72 77