Usable capacity of the fuel tank: 50 litres approximately.
This is specific to the vehicle type. If you have to replace it, make sure the new cap is of the same type. Contact an approved dealer.
Never place the cap near a source of heat or flame. Do not wash the filler area with a high-pressure washer.
To open fuel flap A, insert your finger in recess B. To close, push the fuel filler flap A by hand as far as it will go. Depending on the vehicle, the cap 1 is unlocked using the ignition key. If not, it will be connected to the vehicle by a strip of plastic. For details on filling the fuel tank, please refer to the information on “Filling with fuelâ€.
There is a cap holder 2 on the fuel filler flap for holding the cap when the tank is being filled.
Always use unleaded petrol or fuel containing a maximum of 85 percent ethanol (E85). In very cold conditions, it may be very difficult or even impossible to start the engine.
Note: You may notice an increase in fuel consumption with this type of fuel. When the fuel is changed, the engine must adjust, which may cause minor inconveniences for a few minutes (longer starting times, cutting out, etc.).
Always use a high-grade fuel that complies with the legislation in force in each country. It must conform to the specifications given on label C inside the fuel filler flap. Refer to the “Engine specifications†table in Section 6.
It is essential to use unleaded petrol. The octane rating (RON) must conform to the specifications given on the label inside fuel filler flap C.
It is essential to use diesel fuel that conforms to the specifications given on the label inside fuel flap C.
Insert the nozzle to open valve A and insert it fully before turning it on to fill the fuel tank (risk of splashing). Keep the nozzle in this position throughout the entire filling operation.
When the pump cuts out automatically at the end of the filling procedure, a maximum of two further filling attempts may be made, as there must be sufficient space in the fuel tank to allow for expansion.
Make sure that no water enters the fuel tank during filling. The valve A and its surround must remain clean.
Using leaded petrol will damage the antipollution system and may lead to a loss of warranty. To ensure that the fuel tank is not filled with leaded petrol, the fuel tank filler neck contains a restrictor fitted with a foolproof system which only allows the nozzle for unleaded petrol to be used (at the pump).
Do not mix even small amounts of petrol (unleaded or E85) with diesel. Do not use ethanol-based fuel if your vehicle is not compatible with this fuel. Do not add additive to the fuel otherwise you risk damaging the engine.
If you notice a persistent smell of fuel you should:
No modifications whatsoever are permitted on any part of the fuel supply system (computers, wiring, fuel circuit, injector, protection covers, etc.) as this may be dangerous (such work must be undertaken by qualified Network personnel).
After a breakdown caused by completely running out of fuel, the system must be reprimed before the engine is restarted. The bulb is always located on the right-hand side of the engine compartment. Work bulb 2 until the fuel runs into pipe 1. If the engine does not start after several attempts, contact an approved dealer.
