Engine oil
Vehicle features and options
This chapter describes all standard, coun-
try-specific and optional equipment offered
with the series. It also describes features
and functions that are not necessarily avail-
able in the vehicle, e.g., due to the selected
options or country versions. This also ap-
plies to safety-related functions and sys-
tems. When using these functions and sys-
tems, the applicable laws and regulations
must be observed.
General information
The engine oil consumption is dependent on
your driving style and driving conditions.
Therefore, regularly check the engine oil
level after refueling by taking a detailed
measurement.
The engine oil consumption can increase in
the following situations, for instance:
– Sporty driving style.
– Break-in of the engine.
– Idle operation of the engine.
– With use of engine oil types that are
classified as not suitable.
Different Check Control messages appear,
depending on the engine oil level.
The vehicle manufacturer recommends hav-
ing the engine oil changed by an authorized
service center or another qualified service
center or repair shop.
Safety information
NOTICE
An engine oil level that is too low causes
engine damage. There is a risk of damage
to property. Immediately add engine oil.
NOTICE
Too much engine oil can damage the en-
gine or the catalytic converter. There is a
risk of damage to property. Do not add too
much engine oil. If there is excess engine
oil, have the engine oil level corrected by
an authorized service center or another
qualified service center or repair shop.
NOTICE
Engine oil that is not changed in timely
fashion can cause increased engine wear
and thus engine damage. There is a risk
of damage to property. It is recommended
that you do not exceed the service inter-
vals indicated in the vehicle.
Electronic oil measurement
General information
The electronic oil measurement has two
measuring principles:
– Monitoring.
– Detailed measurement.
When making frequent short-distance trips
or using a dynamic driving style, for in-
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