Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Operating Instructions Manual page 294

292 Technical data
We recommend that you use only engine oil of the
same grade and SAE viscosity class as the oil filled
at the last oil change. If, in exceptional cases,
engine oil of the type in the engine is not available,
use another approved mineral or synthetic engine
oil.
Vehicles with diesel engines: if the grade is not
available, you may also refill with engine oils
according to MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 228.5,
229.3 or 229.5. The top-up quantity will then be
limited to a maximum of 1.1 US qt (1.0 liter).
Vehicles with gasoline engines: if the grade is not
available, you may refill with engine oils according
to MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 229.3 or
ACEA A3/B4. The top-up quantity will then be limi-
ted to a maximum of 1.1 US qt (1.0 liter).
You must then have an oil change carried out at
the earliest possible opportunity.
Engine oils are differentiated according to:
Engine oil brand
R
Grade (MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval)
R
SAE viscosity class
R
Oil change interval
The on-board computer automatically shows the
date of the next oil change as an event message
on the display.
Mercedes-Benz recommends having the oil
changed at a qualified specialist workshop.
Engine oil filling capacity
Engine
M274
OM642
OM651 (rear-wheel
drive)
OM654
Information on oil consumption
Depending on the driving style, the vehicle con-
sumes a maximum of 1.1 US qt (1.0 liter) of engine
oil per 620 miles (1,000 km).
In the following cases, oil consumption may also
exceed this limit:
R
R
R
Regular maintenance is a prerequisite for favorable
consumption figures. You can assess the oil con-
sumption only after a long journey. Check the oil
level in the engine regularly, e.g. weekly or every
time you refuel.
Notes on brake fluid
Observe the notes on operating fluids
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* NOTE Damage to paint, plastic or rubber
Capacity
Approx. 11.1 US qt
(10.5 liters)
Approx. 13.2 US qt
(12.5 liters)
Approx. 12.2 US qt
Observe the notes on paintwork/matte finish
(11.5 liters)
paintwork care (
Approx. 10.6 US qt
Have the brake fluid renewed every two years at a
(10.0 liters)
qualified specialist workshop.
Only use brake fluid approved by Mercedes-Benz in
accordance with MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval
331.0.
The vehicle is new.
You use the vehicle mostly under arduous
operating conditions.
You frequently drive at a high engine speed.
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vapor pockets forming in the brake system
The brake fluid constantly absorbs moisture
from the air. This lowers the boiling point of the
brake fluid. If the boiling point is too low, vapor
pockets may form in the brake system when
the brakes are applied hard.
This causes the braking effect to be impaired.
Have the brake fluid renewed at the
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specified intervals.
by brake fluid
There is a risk of damage to property if brake
fluid comes into contact with paint, plastic or
rubber.
If paint, plastic or rubber comes into con-
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tact with brake fluid, rinse with water
immediately.
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