Mercedes-Benz A-Class Operator's Manual page 357

Push yellow handle 1 of the hood catch to
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the left as far as it will go, with your hand flat
(palm downwards), and lift the hood until it is
automatically raised by the pneumatic strut.
To close: lower the hood and let it fall from a
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height of approximately 8 in (20 cm).
If the hood can still be lifted slightly, open
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the hood again and close it with a little force
until it engages correctly.
Engine oil
Checking the engine oil level with an on-
board computer
Requirements:
The engine oil level is determined during driving.
Determining the engine oil level can take up to
30 minutes with a normal driving style and even
longer with an active driving style.
In order to receive a result as quickly as possi‐
ble:
Warm up the engine.
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Park the vehicle on a level surface.
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Leave the engine running at idle speed.
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On-board computer:
Assistance Engine Oil Level
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You will see one of the following messages in the
multifunction display:
Measuring Engine Oil Level...: measurement
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of the oil level is not yet possible.
Repeat the request after a maximum of
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30 minutes' driving.
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Engine Oil Level OK and the bar display for
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indicating the oil level in the multifunction
display is green and is between "min" and
"max": the oil level is correct.
Engine Oil Level Add 1,1 qts. and the bar dis‐
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play for indicating the oil level in the multi‐
function display is orange and is below "min":
Add 1.1 US qt (1 l) engine oil.
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Reduce Engine Oil Level and the bar display
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for indicating the oil level in the multifunction
display is orange and is above "max":
Drain off excess engine oil that has been
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added. Consult a qualified specialist work‐
shop.
For Engine Oil Level Switch Ignition
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Switch on the ignition to check the engine oil
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level.
Engine Oil Level System Inoperative: sensor
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defective or not inserted.
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Engine Oil Level System Currently
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On:
Unavail.: