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Mobility
Engine oil
Engine oil
Displaying the oil level
1. "Vehicle Info"
Vehicle equipment
All standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐
ment is also described that is not available in a
vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional
equipment or country variant. This also applies
for safety-related functions and systems.
2. "Vehicle status"
3.
"Engine oil level"
Oil level display messages
Different messages appear on the display de‐
pending on the oil level. Pay attention to these
messages.
If oil level is too low, immediately add 1 US
quart/liter of oil.
General information
The engine oil consumption is dependent on
the driving style and driving conditions. When
a sporty driving style is used, the engine oil
consumption, for example, is clearly higher.
Take care not to add too much engine oil.
Too much engine oil
Have the vehicle checked immediately;
otherwise, surplus oil can lead to engine dam‐
age.◀
Therefore, regularly check the engine oil level
after refueling.
When a dynamic driving style is used, such as
when cornering quickly, the system is unable
to measure the engine oil level. With this driv‐
ing style, measure the engine oil level using a
detailed measurement, refer to page 186.
Detailed measurement
The concept
In the detailed measurement the oil level is
checked and displayed via a scale.
During the measurement, the idle speed is in‐
creased somewhat.
Checking the oil level
electronically
General information
Status display
A detailed measurement is only possible with
certain engines.
The concept
Requirements
The oil level is monitored electronically during
driving and shown on the Control Display.
▷
Manual transmission: shift lever in neutral
position, clutch and accelerator pedals not
depressed.
If the oil level reaches the minimum level, a
check control message is displayed.
▷
▷
Selector lever in transmission position N
and accelerator not depressed.
Requirements
Depending on the previous displays, the status
display is displayed when the engine is running
or after the vehicle has been driven for at least
30 minutes.
Vehicle is on a level road and the engine is
running at operating temperature.
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Engine oil
Mobility
Performing a detailed measurement
In order to perform a detailed measurement of
the engine oil level:
Oil types for refilling
Hints
No oil additives
1. "Vehicle Info"
Oil additives may lead to engine dam‐
age.◀
2. "Vehicle status"
3.
"Measure engine oil level"
4. "Start measurement"
Viscosity grades for engine oils
The oil level is checked and displayed via a
scale.
When selecting an engine oil, ensure that
the engine oil belongs to the viscosity grade
SAE 0W-30 or SAE 0W-40 or malfunctions or
engine damage may occur.
Duration: approx. 1 minute.
Alternatively, also engine oils with viscosity
grades SAE 5W-30 or SAE 5W-40 may be
used.◀
Adding engine oil
Filler neck
The engine oil quality is critical for the life of
the engine.
Some types of oils in some cases are not avail‐
able in all countries.
Approved oil types
Specification
ACEA A3/B4.
Only replenish the maximum oil amount of
1 US quart/liter if the message is displayed in
the instrument cluster or the oil level has drop‐
ped to just at the lower mark of the dipstick.
API SK/CF or superior grade specification.
Additional information about the approved
types of oils can be requested from the service
center.
Protect children
Keep oil, grease, etc., out of reach of chil‐
dren and heed the warnings on the containers
to prevent health risks.◀
Alternative oil types
If the approved engine oils are not available, up
to 1 US quart/liter of an oil with the following
specification can be added:
Do not add too much engine oil
When too much engine oil is added, im‐
mediately have the vehicle checked, otherwise,
this may cause engine damage.◀
Specification
ACEA A3/B3.
API SK or superior grade specification.
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Mobility
Engine oil
Low ambient temperatures
From the factory, types of oil are used for the
vehicle that can be employed in practically all
ambient temperatures.
If the vehicle is used for a longer period at tem‐
peratures below –4 ℉/–20 ℃, ask the service
center about suitable oil types.
Oil change
An oil change should be carried out by your
service center only.
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