Engine Oil; Display - Mercedes-Benz 2009 R-Class Operator's Manual

Display messages
Battery/Alternator
#
Stop Vehicle
Check engine oil
N
level at next
refueling.
If the message Check engine oil level
at next refueling. appears while the
engine is running and at operating
temperature, the engine oil level has dropped
to approximately the minimum level.
The message will be stored in the vehicle
status message memory after you have
cleared it from the multifunction display.
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display
Possible cause/consequence
The battery is defective.
The engine oil level is too low.
Visually check for oil leaks. If there are no
obvious oil leaks, drive to the nearest service
station to refill your engine oil to the required
level.
For information on approved engine oils
contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
or visit www.mbusa.com (USA only).
Possible solution
X
Stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon
as it is safe to do so.
X
Engage the parking brake.
X
Do not continue to drive.
X
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
X
Check the engine oil level ( Y
engine oil as required ( Y page 250).
X
If you must add engine oil frequently, have the
engine checked for possible leaks.
! 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.
Practical hints
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