Engine Oils; Brake Fluid - Mercedes-Benz 380 SL 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 avail­
able at any MERCEDES-BENZ ser­
vice station.
On a new vehicle, the engine is
filled with an initial operation oil in
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Lubricants etc.
the factory. This oil is specially
developed 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 annual­
ly, preferably in the spring. It is re­
commended to use only brake fluid
approved by MERCEDES-BENZ.
Your MERCEDES-BENZ dealer will
provide you with additional infor­
mation.