Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Refueling
Fuel filler flap
The fuel filler flap is unlocked or locked automatically when you open or close the vehicle with the SmartKey or using KEYLESSGO.
The position of the fuel filler cap is displayed
in the instrument cluster
. The arrow
next to the filling pump indicates the side of
the vehicle.

1 To open the fuel filler flap
2 To insert the fuel filler cap
3 Fuel type
4 Tire pressure table
Opening
► Switch off the engine.
► Remove the SmartKey from the ignition
lock.
KEYLESS-GO: open the driver’s door. This switches the ignition to position 0, which corresponds to having removed the SmartKey. The driver’s door can be closed again.
► Press the fuel filler flap in the direction of arrow 1.
The fuel filler flap opens slightly.
► Open the fuel filler flap.
► Turn the fuel filler cap counter-clockwise
and remove it.
► Insert the fuel filler cap into the holder
bracket on the inside of filler flap ;.
► Completely insert the pump nozzle into the
filler neck and refuel.
► Only fill the tank until the pump nozzle
switches off.
Overfilling the fuel tank could damage the
fuel system.
Closing
► Replace the fuel filler cap and turn it
clockwise. The fuel filler cap audibly
engages.
► Close the fuel filler flap.
If you drive with the fuel filler cap open,
the reserve fuel warning lamp flashes. In
addition, the
(USA only) or
(Canada only) Check Engine warning
lamp
may light up. A message appears in the
multifunction display.
For further information on warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster, see.
Close the fuel filler flap before locking the
vehicle. A locking pin otherwise prevents
the fuel filler flap from closing after the
vehicle has been locked.
Diesel
Fuel grade
Only refuel with ULTRA-LOW SULFUR
DIESEL FUEL (ULSD, 15 ppm SULFUR
MAXIMUM). Using other diesel fuels could
result in increased wear and damage to the
engine and/or exhaust system.
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Fuel filler flap emergency release
WARNING
Avoid contact with the vehicle walls as they
may contain sharp edges. Otherwise, you
could injure yourself while releasing the fuel
filler flap.
The emergency release is locat ...
See also:
Entry Lighting
The vehicle has an illuminated entry feature.
When the doors are opened, the dome lamps will come on if the dome override button
is in the extended position. If the dome override button is pressed i ...
Checking the dynamic response fluid level
WARNING
Dynamic response fluid is highly toxic. Keep containers sealed and out of reach
of children. If accidental consumption of fluid is suspected, seek medical attention
immediately.
If ...
Topping up the power steering fluid
NOTICE
Power steering fluid will damage painted surfaces. Soak up any spillage with
an absorbent cloth immediately and wash the area with a mixture of car shampoo and
water.
Do not fill the ...






