Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service
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The following cause engine failure or damage
to the exhaust system:
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Use of engine oils and oil filters that have
not been expressly approved for the service
system
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Replacement of engine oil and oil filter after
the replacement interval specified by the
service system has expired
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Use of engine oil additives
!
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.
Add engine oil (example)
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Turn cap
:
counter-clockwise and remove it.
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Add engine oil.
If the oil level is at or below the MIN mark on
the oil dipstick, add 1.1 US qt (1.0 l) of engine
oil.
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Replace cap
:
on the filler neck and tighten
clockwise.
Ensure that the cap locks into place securely.
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Check the oil level again with the oil dipstick
(
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page 320).
Further information on engine oil (
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page 379).
Additional service products
Important safety notes
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WARNING
Certain components in the engine compart-
ment, such as the engine, radiator and parts
of the exhaust system, can become very hot.
Working in the engine compartment poses a
risk of injury.
Where possible, let the engine cool down and
touch only the components described in the
following.
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WARNING
The engine compartment contains moving
components. Certain components, such as
the radiator fan, may continue to run or start
again suddenly when the ignition is off. There
is a risk of injury.
If you need to do any work inside the engine
compartment:
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switch off the ignition
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never reach into the area where there is a
risk of danger from moving components,
such as the fan rotation area
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remove jewelry and watches
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keep items of clothing and hair, for exam-
ple, away from moving parts
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WARNING
The cooling system is pressurized, particularly
when the motor is warm. If you open the cap,
you could be scalded if hot coolant sprays out.
There is a risk of injury.
Let the engine cool down before you open the
cap. Wear gloves and eye protection. Slowly
open the cap to relieve pressure.
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WARNING
Opening the hood when the engine is over-
heated or when there is a fire in the engine
compartment could expose you to hot gases
or other service products. There is a risk of
injury.
Let an overheated engine cool down before
opening the hood. If there is a fire in the
engine compartment, keep the hood closed
and contact the fire department.
Engine compartment
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Maintenance
and
care
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