Mercedes-Benz 600 SEL 1993 Owner's Manual page 81

Low Engine Oil Level Warning
Lamp
With the key in steering lock
position 2, the oil level warning
lamp comes on and should go out
when the engine is running.
If the warning lamp comes on with
the engine running and at operat­
ing temperature, the engine oil
level has dropped to approxi­
mately the minimum mark on the
dipstick.
When this occurs, the warning
lamp will first come on intermit­
tently and then stay on if the oil
level drops further.
If no oil leaks are noted and there
is no loss in engine oil pressure,
continue to drive to the nearest
service station where the engine
oil should be topped to the ''fu ll"
mark on the dipstick with an
approved oil.
In addition to the warning lamp,
the engine oil level should be
periodically checked with the
dipstick, for example during a fuel
stop, or before a long trip (see
Index).
Engine Oil Consumption
Engine oil consumption checks
should only be made after the
break-in period. During the break-
in period, higher oil consumption
may be noticed and is normal.
Frequent driving at high engine
speeds results in increased
consumption.
Fuel Consumption Gauge
While driving, current fuel
consumption is indicated in miles
per gallon (mpg), or in Canada
liters per 100 kilometers
(1/100 km).
With the engine switched off, the
needle reads " 0 " .
Due to system design, maximum
consumption is indicated at engine
idle speed.