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What to do if …
When the message
Add 1 qt.
(Canada:
1 liter
)
engine oil when next
refueling
(SLK 55 AMG) or
Check oil
level when next refueling
(SLK 280,
SLK 350) appears while the engine is run-
ning and at operating temperature, the en-
gine oil level has dropped to approximately
the minimum level.
When this occurs, the warning will first
come on intermittently and then stay on if
the oil level drops further.
Visually check for oil leaks. If no obvious oil
leaks are noted, drive to the nearest
service station where the engine oil should
be topped to the required level with an
approved engine oil. For information on
approved engine oils, refer to the Factory
Approved Service Products pamphlet
(USA only) or contact an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution
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Engine oil level
Reduce oil level
SLK 55 AMG only:
You have added too much engine
oil. There is a risk of damaging the
engine or the catalytic converter.
̈ Have oil siphoned or drained off.
Observe all legal requirements with respect
to its disposal.
Engine oil level
Stop, turn engine off
There is no oil in the engine. There
is a danger of engine damage.
̈ Stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon
as it is safe to do so.
̈ Turn off the engine.
̈ Apply the parking brake (୴ page 59).
̈ Add engine oil (୴ page 299) and check the
engine oil level (
୴ page 296).
!
The engine oil level warnings should not be
ignored. Extended driving with the symbol
displayed could result in serious engine damage
that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz
Limited Warranty.