Mercedes-Benz 2000 SL 500, Operator'S Manual

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223 Checking engine oil level
Technical
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Instruments
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Operation Driving
Instrument
cluster display
Practical hints Car care Index
SL 600
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Oil dipstick
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Oil filler cap
Wipe oil dipstick clean prior to checking the engine oil
level. Fully insert dipstick in tube, and remove after
three seconds to obtain accurate reading.
Oil level must be between the lower
(min) and upper (max) mark of the
dipstick.
Fill quantity between upper and lower dipstick marking
level is approximately 2.1 US qt (2.0l).
Do not overfill the engine.
Excessive oil must be drained or siphoned. It could
cause engine damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz
Limited Warranty.
For low engine oil level warning, see page 210.
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