2011 Mercedes ML-Class Owner's Manual - Page 157
2011 Mercedes ML-Class Manual
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Refueling Problems with the fuel and fuel tank Problem Fuel is leaking from the vehicle. Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions 155 The fuel filler flap cannot be opened. The fuel filler flap is not released. or The SmartKey batteries are discharged. X Unlock the vehicle using the mechanical key (Y page 75). X Open the tailgate. X Manually unlock the fuel filler flap using the emergency release (Y page 153). The fuel filler flap is released, but the opening mechanism is jammed. X Manually unlock the fuel filler flap using the emergency release (Y page 153). X Consult a qualified specialist workshop. The fuel tank in a diesel There is air in the fuel system. engine vehicle has X Refuel the vehicle with at least 5.3 US qt (5 liters) of diesel. been run completely X Turn the ignition on for at least 10 seconds. Turn the SmartKey dry and the engine will to position 2(Y page 139) in the ignition lock. not start. X Start the engine continuously for up to 10 seconds until it runs smoothly. If the engine does not start: X Turn the ignition on again for approximately 10 seconds. Turn the SmartKey to position 2(Y page 139) in the ignition lock. X Start the engine again continuously for up to 10 seconds until it runs smoothly. If the engine does not start after three attempts: X Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Z Driving and parking G Risk of explosion or fire The fuel line or fuel tank is defective. X Turn the SmartKey to position 0(Y page 139) in the ignition lock immediately and remove it. X Do not restart the engine under any circumstances. X Consult a qualified specialist workshop.