Mercedes-Benz G 2012 Service Booklet page 9

Approved engine oils and oil filters
Engine oils and oil filters are specifically
tested for their suitability in our engines and
durability for our service intervals. Therefore,
only use approved engine oils and oil
filters required for vehicles with Mercedes-
Benz Maintenance System. Conventional
petroleum-based oils must not be used for
vehicles equipped with the Mercedes-Benz
Maintenance System.
The following cases are not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz New Car Limited Warranty:
• Using engine oils and oil filters of
specification other than those expressly
required for the Mercedes-Benz
Maintenance System.
• Changing of oil and oil filter at change
intervals longer than those called for by
the Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System.
• Using any oil additives.
For a listing of approved engine oils and
oil filters contact your local authorized
Mercedes-Benz Dealer.
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Warning!
Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as the Operator's Manual and
workshop information, before carrying out any maintenance work.
Use the table below to determine the MB
sheet number. Refer to the Operator's
Manual for the engine type of your model.
The model and engine type can be found in
the chapter "Technical data" under "Engine".
Engine type MB sheet number
156 229.5
273 229.5
Restriction: Only SAE XW-40 engine oils may be
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used.
i MB sheet numbers are printed on the outside of
oil containers.
Viscosity grades for engine oils
Using the chart below, select oil viscosity
according to the lowest air temperature
expected before the next oil change.
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