Display symbol Display message
:
Engine oil level
Visit workshop
When the message
Add 1 qt. engine oil
at next refueling
(Canada:
pears while the engine is running and at
operating temperature, the engine oil level
has dropped to approximately the
minimum level.
Possible cause/consequence
The engine oil has dropped to a critical
level.
The measuring system is malfunctioning.
When this occurs, the warning will first
1 liter
) ap-
come on intermittently and then stay on if
the oil level drops further.
Visually check for oil leaks. If no obvious oil
leaks are noted, drive to the nearest ser-
vice station where the engine oil should be
topped to the required level with an
approved oil specified in the Factory
Approved Service Products pamphlet.
Practical hints
What to do if ...?
Possible solution
Check the engine oil level
( page 310) and add oil as required
( page 312).
If you must add engine oil frequently,
have the engine checked for possible
leaks.
Have the measuring system checked
by an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.
!
The engine oil level warnings should
not be ignored. Extended driving with
the symbol displayed could result in
serious engine damage that is not
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.
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