Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupe Operator's Manual page 330

Engine compartment
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Where possible, let the engine cool down and
touch only the components described in the
following.
G WARNING
If engine oil comes into contact with hot com-
ponents in the engine compartment, it may
ignite. There is a risk of fire and injury.
Make sure that engine oil is not spilled next to
the filler neck. Let the engine cool down and
thoroughly clean the engine oil off the com-
ponents before starting the engine.
H Environmental note
When adding oil, take care not to spill any. If
oil enters the soil or waterways, it is harmful to
the environment.
! Only use engine oils and oil filters that
have been approved for vehicles with a ser-
vice system. You can obtain a list of the
engine oils and oil filters tested and
approved in accordance with the
Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service
Products at any Mercedes-Benz Service
center.
Damage to the engine or exhaust system is
caused by the following:
using engine oils and oil filters that have
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not been specifically approved for the
service system
replacing engine oil and oil filters after
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the interval for replacement specified by
the service system has been exceeded
using engine oil additives.
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! Do not add too much oil. adding too much
engine oil can result in damage to the
engine or to the catalytic converter. Have
excess engine oil siphoned off.
Example
Turn cap : counter-clockwise and remove
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it.
Add engine oil.
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If the oil level is at or below the MIN mark on
the oil dipstick, add 1.1 US qt (1.0 liter) of
engine oil.
Replace cap : on the filler neck and
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tighten clockwise.
Ensure that the cap locks into place
securely.
Check the oil level again with the oil dip-
X
stick ( page 325).
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Further information on engine oil
( page 403).
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Additional service products
Checking coolant level
G WARNING
Certain components in the engine compart-
ment, such as the engine, radiator and parts
of the exhaust system, can become very hot.
Working in the engine compartment poses a
risk of injury.
Where possible, let the engine cool down and
touch only the components described in the
following.
G WARNING
The engine cooling system is pressurized, par-
ticularly when the engine is warm. When