2007 Mercedes S-Class Owner's Manual - Page 490

Operation At the gas station At the gas station Refueling The fuel filler flap is located on the right-hand side of the vehicle towards the rear. Locking and unlocking the vehicle automatically locks and unlocks the fuel filler flap. Turn off the engine ( page 366). Shift the automatic transmission to P ( page 367). Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. Vehicles with SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*: Turn off the engine by pressing the KEYLESS-GO* button once ( page 366). Open the driver's door (this puts the starter switch in position 0, same as with the SmartKey removed from the starter switch). The driver's door then can be closed again. Open the fuel filler flap by pushing at the point indicated by the arrow 1. The fuel filler flap springs open. Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise and hold on to it until possible pressure is released. Warning! G Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous. It burns violently and can cause serious injury. Never allow sparks, flame or smoking materials near gasoline! Do not allow fuel to come into contact with skin or clothing. Direct skin contact with fuels and the inhalation of fuel vapors are damaging to your health. Switch off the engine before refueling. 1 To open fuel filler flap 2 To insert fuel filler cap 3 Supplemental tire inflation pressure information ( page 510) 4 To insert fuel filler cap 489