Mercedes-Benz 500 SEC Operator's Manual page 94

500 SEC
Checking Engine Oil Level
1 Oil dipstick
2 Oil filler cap
To check the engine oil level, park
vehicle on level ground, with engine at
normal operational temperature.
600 SEC
Check engine oil level approximately 5
minutes after stopping the engine,
allowing for the oil to return to the oil
pan.
Wipe oil dipstick clean prior to
checking the engine oil level.
Oil level must be between
the lower (min) and
upper(max) mark of the
dipstick
Do not overfill engine. Excessive oil
must be drained or siphoned.
For low engine oil level warning lamp,
see Index.
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