2010 Mercedes ML-Class Owner's Manual - Page 334

332 AdBlue® (diesel engine only) i When the message Remaining Starts: 20 appears in the multifunction display, you can start the engine 20 more times. If you do not add AdBlue®, the engine cannot be started beyond that point. Fill the AdBlue® tank with approximately 1 gal (3.79 l) AdBlue® (corresponds to approximately 2 AdBlue® refill containers) or have the AdBlue® tank filled by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. i For refilling outside the maintenance service intervals, refill the AdBlue® tank with approximately 1 gal (3.79 l) AdBlue® (corresponds to approximately 2 AdBlue® refill containers). Always use the particular AdBlue® refill containers for refilling outside the maintenance service interval. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance if necessary (Y page 201). Additional information on BlueTEC exhaust gas aftertreatment and AdBlue® is available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If you and/or others have come into contact with AdBlue®: RIf AdBlue® has gotten into contact with eyes, flush with plenty of water immediately and seek medical help. of water. RClean affected skin immediately with plenty RIf AdBlue® was swallowed, rinse mouth immediately with plenty of water and drink plenty of water. Consult a physician. Practical hints G Warning! When opening the filler cap of the AdBlue® tank ammonia gas vapors may escape. Refill AdBlue® in a well ventilated area only. Ammonia gas vapors have a pungent odor and are particularly irritating for your skin, mucous membranes, and eyes. Inhaling ammonia gas vapors will cause burning eyes, nose, and throat, as well as coughing and watering eyes. Refilling with AdBlue® G Warning! Make sure RAdBlue® ! Only use AdBlue® complying with ISO 22241. Do not add additives to AdBlue® and do not dilute AdBlue® with water. Otherwise, the BlueTEC exhaust gas aftertreatment system could be damaged. Damage caused by using additives or diluting with water are not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! Rinse surfaces that have come into contact with AdBlue®, or remove AdBlue® with a moist cloth and cold water immediately. If AdBlue® has crystallized already, use cold water and a sponge. AdBlue® residues will crystallize and soil the affected surfaces. ! AdBlue® is not a fuel additive and must not be added to the diesel fuel tank. If AdBlue® reaches the diesel fuel tank, the engine could be damaged which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. does not come into contact with skin, eyes, or clothing Rto keep AdBlue® out of the reach of children