Mercedes-Benz C-CLASS WAGON C 240 Operator's Manual page 371

Display symbol Display message
:
Engine oil level
Visit workshop.
Oil sensor malfunction
Visit workshop.
When the message At next gas station
(Canada:
add 1.0 qt engine oil
appears while the engine is running and at
operating temperature, the engine oil level
has dropped to approximately the mini-
mum level.
Possible cause
The engine oil has dropped to a critical
level.
The measuring system is malfunctioning.
When this occurs, the warning will first
) come on intermittently and then stay on if
1.0 l
the oil level drops further.
Visually check for oil leaks. If no obvious oil
leaks are noted, drive to the nearest
service 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 ...
Suggested solution
Check the engine oil level
( page 298) and add oil as required
( page 300).
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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