Engine Oils; Brake Fluid - Mercedes-Benz 380 SE 1984 Owner's Manual

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Engine Oils

Engine oils are specifically tested for
their suitability in our engines.
Therefore, use only engine oils
recommended by us. Information on
recommended brands is available at
any MERCEDES-BENZ service
station.
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Lubricants etc.
On a new vehicle, the engine is filled
with an initial operation oil in the
factory. This oil is specially devel­
oped for the specific operating
conditions during the first
1300-1600 km/800-1000 miles.
A recommended engine oil may be
used for topping up if the oil level
drops to the dipstick minimum mark
prior to the first service
1300-1600 km/800-1000 miles.

Brake Fluid

During the course of the operation
of the vehicle, the boiling point of
the brake fluid is continuously being
reduced through the absorption of
moisture from the atmosphere.
Under extremely hard operating
conditions, this moisture content
can lead to the formation of vapor in
the system thus reducing the
system's efficiency. The brake fluid
must therefore be replaced annually,
preferable in the spring. It is recom­
mended to use only brake fluid
approved by MERCEDES-BENZ.
Your MERCEDES-BENZ dealer will
provide you with additional informa­
tion.