Refuelling - Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster 2012 Owner's Manual

Problems with the transmission
Problem
The transmission has
problems shifting gear.
The acceleration ability
is deteriorating.
The transmission no
longer changes gear.

Refuelling

Important safety notes
WARNING
G
Fuel is highly flammable. If you handle fuel
incorrectly, there is a risk of fire and explo-
sion.
You must avoid fire, naked flames, creating
sparks and smoking. Switch off the engine
and, if applicable, the auxiliary heating before
refuelling.
G WARNING
Fuels are poisonous and hazardous to health.
There is a danger of injury.
Do not swallow fuel or let it come into contact
with skin, eyes or clothing. Do not inhale fuel
vapours. Keep fuels out of the reach of chil-
dren.
Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions
The transmission is losing oil.
Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist work-
X
shop immediately.
The transmission is in emergency mode.
It is only possible to shift into second gear and reverse gear.
Stop.
X
Shift the transmission to position P.
X
Switch off the engine.
X
Wait at least ten seconds before restarting the engine.
X
Shift the transmission to position D or R.
X
If D is selected, the transmission shifts into second gear; if R is
selected, the transmission shifts into reverse gear.
Have the transmission checked immediately at a qualified spe-
X
cialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
If you or others come into contact with fuel,
observe the following:
Wash the fuel off any affected areas of skin
R
with water and soap immediately.
If you get fuel in your eyes, rinse them thor-
R
oughly with clean water immediately. Seek
immediate medical attention.
If fuel is swallowed, seek immediate medi-
R
cal attention. Do not induce vomiting.
Change any clothing that has come into
R
contact with fuel immediately.
WARNING
G
Electrostatic charge can cause sparks and
thereby ignite fuel vapours. There is a risk of
fire and explosion.
Always touch the vehicle body before opening
the fuel filler flap or touching the fuel pump
nozzle. This discharges any electrostatic
charge that may have built up.
! Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles with a
petrol engine. Do not switch on the ignition
if you accidentally refuel with the wrong
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