DEF
Important notes on use
To function properly, BlueTEC exhaust gas aftertreatment must be operated with the reducing agent DEF. Adding DEF is one of the tasks performed during maintenance. Under normal operating conditions, a tank of DEF lasts until the next service due date.
When the DEF supply has almost run out, the Check Additive See Operator's Manual message is shown in the multifunction display.
When the DEF supply sinks to a minimum level, the Remaining Starts: 16 message is shown in the multifunction display.
When the Remaining Starts: 16 message is shown in the multifunction display, you can start the engine 16 more times. If DEF is not added, it is then not possible to start the engine again. Fill the DEF tank with about 1 gal (3.8 l) DEF or have the DEF tank refilled at a qualified specialist workshop.
Use the special DEF refill bottle when filling between maintenance intervals. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center with any questions or, if necessary, contact Roadside Assistance.
Further information about BlueTEC exhaust gas aftertreatment and DEF is available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Adding DEF
WARNING
Make sure
• DEF does not come into contact with
skin,
eyes, or clothing
• to keep DEF out of the reach of
children If you and/or others have come into contact
with DEF:
• If DEF has gotten into contact with
eyes,
flush with plenty of water immediately and
seek medical help.
• Clean affected skin immediately with
plenty
of water.
• If DEF was swallowed, rinse mouth
immediately with plenty of water and drink
plenty of water. Consult a physician.
WARNING
If you open the DEF tank cap at high
temperatures, ammonia vapors can be
released.
Ammonia vapors have a pungent odor and are
particularly irritating to:
• skin
• mucous membranes
• eyes
You may experience a burning sensation in
your eyes, nose and throat, as well as
coughing and watering of the eyes.
Do not inhale any ammonia vapors that may
be released. Only refill the DEF tank in well
ventilated areas.
Only use DEF that complies with ISO 22241. Do not add any special additives to DEF and do not thin DEF with water. This could destroy the BlueTEC exhaust gas aftertreatment.
If the outside temperature is lower than Ò11 °C, damage may occur when topping up.
If DEF is frozen and there is an active warning indicator, topping up may not be possible.
Park the vehicle in a warmer place, e.g. in a garage, until DEF has become fluid again.
Filling is then possible again. Alternatively, have the DEF tank refilled at a qualified specialist workshop.
Rinse surfaces that have come into contact with DEF immediately with water or remove DEF using a damp cloth and cold water. If the DEF has already crystallized, use a sponge and cold water to clean it. DEF residues crystallize after time and contaminate the affected surfaces.
DEF is not a fuel additive and must not be added to the fuel tank. If DEF is added to the fuel tank, this can lead to engine damage.
If you are adding between maintenance intervals, add approximately 1 gallon (3.8 l) of DEF to the DEF tank. One gallon (3.8 l) of DEF is approximately 2 DEF refill bottles.
For further information on DEF, see:
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The DEF filler neck is under the cargo compartment floor.
► Switch off the ignition.
► Open the tailgate.
► Lift up the trunk floor.
► Turn DEF cap 1 counter-clockwise and remove it.
► Turn DEF filler cap 2 counter-clockwise and open it.
Filler cap 2 is secured with a plastic strap.
► Unscrew the covering cap from DEF
refill
bottle 3.
► Place DEF refill bottle 3 on the filler
neck
as shown and screw on clockwise handtight.
Only screw on the DEF refill bottle handtight.
It could otherwise be damaged.
► Press DEF refill bottle 3 down.
The DEF tank is filled. This may take up to one minute.
If the DEF refill bottle is no longer pressed down, the filling process stops and the partially emptied bottle can be removed.
► Release DEF refill bottle 3.
► Turn DEF refill bottle 3 counter-clockwise
and remove it.
► Place DEF filler cap ; on the filler neck
and
turn it clockwise.
► Insert DEF cap 1 as shown and turn it
clockwise as far as it will go.
► Fold the cargo compartment floor down.
► Close the tailgate.
► Drive at a speed above 10 mph (16 km/h).
The Check Additive See Operator's Manual message goes out after approximately one minute.
If the Check Additive See Operator's Manual message remains shown in the multifunction display, add an additional bottle of DEF.
Then, have the DEF supply checked at a qualified specialist workshop and completely refilled if necessary.
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using the rear control panel
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ignition lock.
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System self-test
After you have switched on the ignition, the system carries out a self-diagnosis.
WARNING
A malfunction in the system has been detected if one of the following conditions
occurs:
the indi ...