Engine Oil Adding; Technical Data; Display - Mercedes-Benz Coupe Operator's Manual

Engine compartment
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Unscrew oil filler cap : again and read the
X
dipstick.
If the level is between MIN mark = and
MAX mark ;, the oil level is correct.
If the oil level has dropped to MIN mark
X
= or below, add 1.1 US qt (1.0 liter) of
engine oil.
Adding engine oil
G WARNING
If engine oil comes into contact with hot
components in the engine compartment, it
may ignite. There is a risk of fire and injury.
Make sure that engine oil is not spilled next
to the filler neck. Let the engine cool down
and thoroughly clean the engine oil off the
components before starting the engine.
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Environmental note
When adding oil, take care not to spill any. If
oil enters the soil or waterways, it is harmful
to the environment.
! Only use engine oils and oil filters that
have been approved for vehicles with a
service system. You can obtain a list of the
engine oils and oil filters tested and
approved in accordance with the
Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service
Products at any Mercedes-Benz Service
center.
Damage to the engine or exhaust system is
caused by the following:
using engine oils and oil filters that have
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not been specifically approved for the
service system
replacing engine oil and oil filters after
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the interval for replacement specified by
the service system has been exceeded
using engine oil additives.
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! Do not add too much oil. adding too much
engine oil can result in damage to the
engine or to the catalytic converter. Have
excess engine oil siphoned off.
Unscrew and remove oil filler cap : with
X
the integrated dipstick.
Add engine oil.
X
If the oil level is at or under the MIN mark
on the oil dipstick, add 1.1 US qt (1.0 liter)
of engine oil.
Replace cap : on the filler neck and
X
tighten clockwise.
Ensure that the cap locks into place
securely.
Check the oil level again with the oil
X
dipstick ( page 215).
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You will find further information about engine
oil in the "Technical data" section
( page 279).
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Checking and adding other service
products
Checking coolant level
G WARNING
The engine cooling system is pressurized,
particularly when the engine is warm. When
opening the cap, you could be scalded by hot
coolant spraying out. There is a risk of injury.
Let the engine cool down before opening the
cap. Wear eye and hand protection when
opening the cap. Open the cap slowly half a
turn to allow pressure to escape.
Only check the coolant level when the vehicle
is on a level surface and the engine has cooled
down.