Refueling; Additives - Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Operator's Manual

The fuel filler flap is beside the front left-hand
door when viewed in the direction of travel. It
is only possible to open the fuel filler flap
when the front door is open.
Remove the key from the ignition lock.
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Switch off the auxiliary heating system
X
( page 118).
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Open the front left-hand door first, and then
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the fuel filler flap.
Close all vehicle doors to prevent fuel
X
vapors from entering the vehicle.
Turn fuel filler cap ; counter-clockwise,
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remove it and let it hang from strap :.
Completely insert the filler neck of the fuel
X
pump nozzle into the tank and refuel.
Only fill the tank until the pump nozzle
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switches off. Fuel may otherwise leak out.
Replace tank filler cap ; and turn
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clockwise.
You will hear a click when the fuel filler cap
is closed fully.
Open the front left-hand door first, and then
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close the filler flap.
Problems with the fuel and fuel tank
If your vehicle is losing fuel, the fuel lines or
the fuel tank are defective.
Turn the key to position 0 in the ignition
X
lock immediately and remove it.
Do not restart the engine under any
X
circumstances.
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)
Important safety notes
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Environmental note
Dispose of DEF in an environmentally
responsible manner.
! Only use DEF in accordance with
ISO 22241. Never mix DEF with additives
or thin it with tap water. The exhaust gas
aftertreatment may otherwise be
damaged.
Observe the MB Specifications for Service
Products, Sheet 352.0.
Damage that results from the use of
additives or tap water leads to the loss of
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
! If DEF comes into contact with a painted
or aluminum surface, wash the surface off
immediately with plenty of water.
! DEF is not a diesel additive and must not
be mixed with fuel in the tank. Even small
amounts of DEF can cause engine damage.
Damage that results from the blending of
DEF will not be covered by the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
The exhaust gas aftertreatment requires a
reducing agent, Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF), in
order to function correctly.
When opening the DEF tank filler cap at high
outside temperatures, ammonia vapors may
escape.
Ammonia vapors have a pungent smell and
primarily cause irritation of the:
skin
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mucous membranes
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eyes
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You may experience a burning sensation in
your eyes, nose and throat, as well as
coughing and watering of the eyes.
Do not inhale ammonia vapors. Avoid contact
with DEF.
Do not allow DEF to come into direct contact
with your skin; it is hazardous to your health.
Rinse any affected areas off with plenty of
clean water. Consult a doctor if necessary.
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If the DEF reserve has fallen below the
reserve range, add at least 2.0 US gal
(7.6 l) of DEF at the latest after receiving
the second warning message
( page 178).
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