Fuel reserve warning lamp with filler flap indicator (amber)

Questions about the Fuel reserve warning lamp with filler flap indicator (amber) symbol

What does the Fuel reserve warning lamp with filler flap indicator (amber) symbol mean on Mercedes-Benz cars?

Lights up while the engine is running when the fuel supply has dropped into the reserve range: refuel. If it lights up while driving because of pressure loss in the fuel system, the fuel filler cap is not closed correctly or the fuel system is leaking: close the cap, and if it was already closed correctly, consult a qualified specialist workshop.

What does the Fuel reserve warning lamp with filler flap indicator (amber) symbol look like?

Amber solid fuel pump with hose and nozzle on the right, a solid triangle arrow pointing right showing the filler flap side. Colour (yellow) stated in the manual's text. It is also called “fuel reserve light”, “gas pump light” and “low fuel light”.

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