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Checking Engine Oil Level
1 Oil dipstick
2 Oil filler cap
To check the engine oil level, park
vehicle on level ground, with engine at
normal operational temperature.
Check engine oil level approximately 5
minutes after stopping the engine,
allowing for the oil to return to the oil
pan.
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 (2.0 l).
Do not overfill the engine.
Excessive
oil must be drained or siphoned. It
could cause damage to engine and
catalytic converter not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
For low engine oil level warning lamp,
see Index.
Automatic Transmission Fluid
Level
The transmission has a permanent
fill of automatic transmission fluid.
Regular automatic transmission fluid
level checks and changes are not
required. For this reason the dipstick
is omitted.
When noticing fluid loss or gear
shifting malfunctions, have your
authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer
check the transmission fluid level.