Mercedes-Benz 2005 E-Class Automobile User Manual


 
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Operation
At the gas station
Low outside temperatures (Diesel en-
gine)
To prevent malfunctions, diesel fuel with
better cold flow characteristics is offered
in the winter months. Check with your fuel
retailer.
Check regularly and before a long trip
1 Windshield washer and headlamp
cleaning system*
For more information on refilling the
reservoir, see “Windshield washer sys-
tem and headlamp cleaning system*”
(
page 310).
2 Brake fluid
For more information on brake fluid,
see “Brake fluid” (
page 464).
3 Coolant level
For more information on the coolant
level, see “Coolant level” (
page 308).
!
Diesel engine:
The engine is more susceptible to wear
and damage if you use
ț marine diesel fuel
ț heating oil
If you use such non-approved fuels
and/or special additives, your warranty
rights will be limited.
!
Do not fill the tank with gasoline. Do
not mix diesel fuel with gasoline or ker-
osene. The fuel system and engine will
otherwise be damaged.
!
If you find that the brake fluid in the
brake fluid reservoir has fallen to the
minimum mark or below, have the
brake system checked for brake pad
thickness and leaks immediately.
Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center immediately. Do not add brake
fluid as this will not solve the problem.
For more information, see “Practical
hints” (
page 358).