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Protection of the environment
Introduction
Protection of the environment
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Environmental note
DaimlerChrysler’s declared policy is one of
integrated environmental protection.
The objectives are for the natural resources
which form the basis of our existence on this
planet to be used sparingly and in a manner
which takes the requirements of both nature
and humanity into account.
You too can help to protect the environment
by operating your vehicle in an environmen-
tally-responsible manner.
Fuel consumption and the rate of engine,
transmission, brake and tyre wear depend
on the following factors:
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Operating conditions of your vehicle
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Your personal driving style
You can influence both factors.
Therefore, please bear the following in mind:
Operating conditions
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Avoid short trips as these increase fuel
consumption.
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Make sure that the tyre pressures are al-
ways correct.
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Do not carry any unnecessary weight in
the vehicle.
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Keep an eye on the vehicle’s fuel con-
sumption.
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Remove roof racks once you no longer
need them.
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A regularly serviced vehicle will contrib-
ute to environmental protection. You
should therefore adhere to the service
intervals.
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Always have maintenance work carried
out at a qualified specialist workshop,
e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Personal driving style
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Do not depress the accelerator pedal
when starting the engine.
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Do not warm up the engine with the ve-
hicle stationary.
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tance from the vehicle in front.
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Avoid frequent, sudden acceleration.
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Change gear in good time and use each
gear only up to 2/3 of its maximum en-
gine speed.
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Switch off the engine in stationary traf-
fic.
Returning used vehicles
If you wish to return your Mercedes-Benz to
be disposed of in an environmentally-
responsible manner, please contact
Mercedes-Benz on the following numbers:
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Germany:
00800 1 777 7777
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International:
+49 69 95 30 72 77