Mercedes-Benz 2003 SL 55 AMG Automobile User Manual


 
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Operation
Engine compartment
You can check the engine oil level on the
multifunction display.
̈ Turn the key in the starter switch to
position 2.
The standard display (
page 110) should
appear in the multifunction display fields.
̈ Press button k or j on the
steering wheel until the following mes-
sage is seen in the right display field:
Measurement correct only if veh.
level
After about three seconds this mes-
sage is displayed:
Engine oil level –
Measuring now!
One of the following messages will sub-
sequently appear in the indicator:
ț
Engine oil level OK
ț
Engine oil add 1.0 qt (1.0 li-
ter)!
ț
Engine oil add 1.5 qt (1.5 li-
ters)!
ț
Engine oil add 2.0 qt (2.0 li-
ters)!
Adding engine oil
1 Filler neck
̈ Unscrew the cap from the filler neck 1.
Be careful not to overfill with oil.
Be careful not to spill any oil when adding.
Avoid environmental damage caused by oil
entering the ground or water.
̈ Screw the cap back on the filler neck.
!
Excessive oil must be siphoned or
drained off. It could cause damage to
the engine and catalytic converter not
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.