Mercedes-Benz G-Class 2011 Owners Manual - Manual (Page 136)

Problems with the fuel and fuel tank
Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
Fuel is leaking from the
vehicle. G Risk of explosion or fire
The fuel line or the fuel tank is defective.
X Turn the key to position 0 ( Y page 117) in the ignition lock
immediately and remove it.
X Do not restart the engine under any circumstances.
X Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
The fuel filler flap
cannot be opened. The fuel filler flap is not unlocked.
or
The key batteries are discharged.
X Unlock the vehicle ( Y page 62).
or
X Unlock the vehicle using the mechanical key ( Y page 63).
X Open the rear door.
X Manually unlock the fuel filler flap using the emergency release
(
Y page 133).
The fuel filler flap is unlocked, but the opening mechanism is
jammed.
X Manually unlock the fuel filler flap using the emergency release
(
Y page 133).
X Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Parking
Important safety notes
G
Warning
Do not park this vehicle in areas where
combustible materials can come into contact
with the hot exhaust system. Do not park the
vehicle on dry grassland or harvested grain
fields. Combustible materials, such as grass,
hay or leaves could be ignited by the hot
exhaust system and cause a vehicle fire.
Unintended vehicle movement can cause
serious personal injury or damage to the
vehicle or the vehicle drivetrain. To reduce
such risks, always do the following before
turning off the engine and leaving the vehicle:
R keep your right foot on the brake pedal.
R engage the parking brake.
R shift the automatic transmission into park
position
P.
R slowly release the brake pedal.
R when parked on an incline, always turn the
front wheels towards the road curb.
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Parking
Driving and parking