Mercedes Benz 2007 r 320 cdi User Manual

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Operation
At the gas station
Low outside temperatures 
(diesel engine)
To prevent malfunctions, diesel fuel with 
improved cold flow characteristics is of-
fered in the winter months. Check with 
your fuel retailer.
Check regularly and before a long trip
Open the hood (
1 Coolant level
2 Brake fluid
3 Windshield washer system and 
headlamp cleaning system*
Engine oil level
For more information on engine oil, see 
“Engine oil” (
Coolant
For normal replenishing, use water (pota-
ble water quality). For more information, 
see “Coolant level” (
“Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.” 
(
Brake fluid
!
Do not fill the tank with gasoline. Do not 
blend diesel fuel with gasoline or kerosine. The 
fuel system and engine will otherwise be dam-
aged, which is not covered by the 
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
!
If you find that the brake fluid in the brake 
fluid reservoir has fallen to the minimum mark or 
below, have the brake system checked for brake 
pad thickness and leaks immediately. Contact an 
authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center 
immediately. Do not add brake fluid as this will 
not solve the problem. For more information, see 
“Brake fluid” (