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Operation
Engine compartment
Closing
̈ Let the hood drop from a height of
approximately 1 ft (30 cm).
The hood will lock audibly.
̈ Check to make sure the hood is fully
closed.
If you can raise the hood at a point
above the headlamps, then it is not
properly closed. Open it again and let it
drop with somewhat greater force.
Engine oil
The amount of oil your engine needs will
depend on a number of factors, including
driving style. Increased oil consumption
can occur when
ț the vehicle is new
ț the vehicle is driven frequently at
higher engine speeds
Engine oil consumption checks should only
be made after the vehicle break-in period.
Checking engine oil level
When checking the oil level
ț the vehicle must be parked on level
ground
ț the vehicle must have been stationary
for at least 5 minutes with the engine
turned off
Example illustration R 350 4MATIC
1 Oil dipstick
2 Upper mark
3 Lower mark
̈ Open the hood (୴ page 356).
̈ Pull out oil dipstick 1.
Warning! G
When closing the hood, use extreme caution
not to catch hand or fingers. Be careful that
you do not close the hood on anyone.
Make sure the hood is securely engaged be-
fore driving. Do not continue driving if the
hood can no longer engage after an accident
for example. The hood could otherwise
come loose while the vehicle is in motion
and injure you and/or others.
!
Do not use any special lubricant additives,
as these may damage the drive assemblies.
Using special additives not approved by
Mercedes-Benz may cause damage not covered
by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
More information on this subject is available at
any Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.