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Using the system Safety Driving Tips General Maintenance Breakdown assistance Technical Data
The warning light in the instrument cluster will indicate whether the oil
level is too low ⇒ page 33, “Engine oil ”. In this case, check the oil level
as soon as possible. Top up with an appropriate quantity of oil.
WARNING
Read and observe the warning notes ⇒ page 219, “Working in the
engine compartment” before working in the engine compartment.
Caution
• The oil level must on no account extend beyond the range . Danger
of damaging the catalytic converter.
• Do not continue your journey if for some reason it is not possible
under the conditions prevailing to top up with oil. Switch the engine off
and obtain professional assistance from a specialist garage, otherwise it
could lead to severe engine damage.
Replenishing engine oil
– Inspect the oil level ⇒ page 222.
– Unscrew the cap of the engine oil filler opening.
– Pour in a suitable grade of oil in portions of 0.5 litres
⇒ page 221, “Engine oil specifications”.
– Inspect the oil level ⇒ page 222.
– Carefully screw on the cap of the filler opening and push the
dipstick in fully.
WARNING
• Avoid dripping oil onto hot parts of the engine when topping up
will oil - a risk of fire!
• Read and observe the warning notes ⇒ page 219, “Working in
the engine compartment” before working in the engine compart-
ment.
For the sake of the environment
The oil level must on no account be above the range ⇒ page 222,
fig. 175. Oil will otherwise be drawn in through the crankcase ventilation
and may pass through the exhaust system to atmosphere. The oil may
combust in the catalytic converter and damage it.
Changing engine oil
The engine oil must be changed at the intervals stated in the Service
schedule or according to the service interval indicator ⇒ page 16.
WARNING
• Only carry out the engine oil change, if you have the required
professional knowledge!
• Read and observe the warning notes ⇒ page 219, “Working in
the engine compartment” before working in the engine compart-
ment.
• Let the engine cool down - risk of burning from hot oil.
• Wear an eye protection - risk of caustic burns due to oil
splashes.
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