Mercedes-Benz 310 - 3.1 Preparations for Driving

Cargo truck (example)
1 Filler hole - fuel tank
Delivery van
1 Filler hole - fuel tank
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3 Operation
3.1 . Preparations for driving
Check the following items daily :
- Accessibility and completeness of the emergency equipment, e. g. first aid kit,
hazard warning triangle, fire ext1ngu1sher
Prior to starting the engine
- Fuel reserve
- Vehicle lighting, turn signal and stop lights
After having started the engine
- Engine oil pressure
- Steering free play
- Tachograph for proper function
Fuel reserve
Insert key in steering lock and turn to driving position. Check fuel level on fuel
gauge , replenish if necessa ry Prior to filling the fuel tank, shut off engine and
supplementary heater .
Do not fill fuel tank to the bnm.
Fuel quality refer to sections 4.3 and 4.4.
Vehicle lighting , turn signal and stop lights
The lighting system includin g the stop lights must be checked daily for good
condition and clean lenses. Bulbs, refer to section
5.11 .9.