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  • 03/2020
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Information on fuel grades for vehicles with a diesel engine
General notes

Observe the notes on operating fluids More.

WARNING Risk of fire from fuel mixture

If you mix diesel fuel with petrol, the flash point of the fuel mixture is lower than that of pure diesel fuel.

Never refuel using petrol in diesel engines.
Never mix petrol with diesel fuel.
NOTE Damage caused by the wrong fuel

Even small amounts of the wrong fuel could result in damage to the fuel system, the engine and the emission control system.

Only refuel using sulphur-free diesel fuel that conforms to European standard EN 590, or an equivalent specification.

In countries without sulphur-free diesel fuel, refuel using only low-sulphur diesel fuel with a sulphur content less than 50 ppm.

Never refuel with one of the following fuels:
  • petrol

  • marine diesel

  • heating oil

  • pure bio-diesel fuel or vegetable oil

  • paraffin or kerosene

If you have accidentally refuelled with the wrong fuel:

Do not switch the ignition on.
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.

The following compatibility indication for fuel applies to your vehicle:

For diesel fuel with a maximum of 7% by volume bio-diesel (fatty acid methyl ester)
According to European standard EN 16942 you can find the compatibility indications at the following locations:
  • on the vehicle on the information label in the fuel filler flap More

  • on the fuel pump or pump nozzle suitable for your vehicle throughout Europe

Information on low outside temperatures

Refuel your vehicle with as much winter diesel fuel as possible at the beginning of winter.

Before changing over to winter diesel fuel, the fuel tank should be empty, if possible. When first refuelling with winter diesel fuel, only refuel using a small amount, e.g. to reserve level. The fuel tank can be filled as usual when next refuelling.

Further information on fuel can be obtained at a filling station or a qualified specialist workshop.