Mercedes-Benz 2012 A Class - Manual (Page 164)

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
The fuel filler flap can-
not be opened. The fuel filler flap is not unlocked.
or
The key battery is discharged.
X Unlock the vehicle ( Y page 75).
or
X Unlock the vehicle using the emergency key element
(
Y page 75).
The fuel filler flap is unlocked, but the opening mechanism is jam-
med.
X Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Parking
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
Flammable material such as leaves, grass or
twigs may ignite if they come into contact with
hot parts of the exhaust system or exhaust
gas flow. There is a risk of fire.
Park the vehicle so that no flammable mate-
rial can come into contact with hot vehicle
components. In particular, do not park on dry
grassland or harvested grain fields.
G
WARNING
If you leave children unattended in the vehi-
cle, they may be able to set the vehicle in
motion if, for example, they:
R release the parking brake
R
shift the automatic transmission out of park
position
P or shift manual transmission into
neutral
R start the engine
In addition, they may operate vehicle equip-
ment and become trapped. There is a risk of
an accident and injury.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the key
with you and lock the vehicle. Never leave
children unattended in the vehicle.
! Always secure the vehicle correctly
against rolling away. Otherwise, the vehicle
or its drivetrain could be damaged.
To ensure that the vehicle is secured against
rolling away unintentionally:
R
the electric parking brake must be applied.
R
on vehicles with manual transmission,
engage first gear or reverse gear.
R
on vehicles with automatic transmission,
the transmission must be in position
P and
the transmission position display must
show
P in the multifunction display.
R
the key must be removed from the ignition
lock.
R
on uphill or downhill gradients, the front
wheels must be turned towards the kerb.
Switching off the engine
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
The automatic transmission switches to neu-
tral position
N when you switch off the engine.
The vehicle may roll away. There is a risk of
an accident.
After switching off the engine, always switch
to parking position
P. Prevent the parked vehi-
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Parking
Driving and parking