2008 Mercedes SLK-Class Owner's Manual - Page 292

Operation At the gas station At the gas station Refueling i In case that the central locking system does Warning! G not release the fuel filler flap, or the opening mechanism is clamping, contact Roadside Assistance or an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Turn fuel filler cap counterclockwise and hold on to it until possible pressure is released. Take off fuel filler cap and set it in direction of arrow 2 in the recess on the inside of fuel filler flap. To prevent fuel vapors from escaping into open air, fully insert filler nozzle unit. Only fill your tank until the filler nozzle unit cuts out - do not top off or overfill. Warning! Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous. It burns violently and can cause serious personal injury. Never allow sparks, flame or smoking materials near gasoline! Turn off the engine before refueling. Whenever you are around gasoline, avoid inhaling fumes and skin contact, extinguish all smoking materials. Direct skin contact with fuels and the inhalation of fuel vapors are damaging to your health. 1 To open fuel filler flap 2 To insert fuel filler cap Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. Open fuel filler flap by pushing at point indicated by arrow 1. The fuel filler flap springs open. G The fuel filler flap is located on the right-hand side of the vehicle towards the rear. Locking and unlocking the vehicle with the SmartKey automatically locks and unlocks the fuel filler flap. Overfilling of the fuel tank may create pressure in the system which could cause a gas discharge. This could cause the gas to spray back out when removing the fuel pump nozzle, which could cause personal injury. Replace the fuel filler cap by turning it clockwise until it audibly engages. 291