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Advice
The checking and refilling of service fluids
are carried out on the components men-
tioned above. These operations are descri-
bed in ››› page 214
.
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Further explanations, instructions and restric-
tions on the technical data are contained as
of ››› page 274
Engine oil
Introduction
WARNING
Incorrectly handling engine oil can cause in-
jury and serious burns.
●
Always protect your eyes when handling
engine oil.
●
Oil is toxic and must be kept out of the
reach of children.
●
Engine oil should only be kept in its origi-
nal packaging; the same goes for used oil un-
til it is disposed of.
●
Never store engine oil in empty food con-
tainers or bottles as other people may acci-
dentally drink it.
●
Regular contact with engine oil can be bad
for the skin. If you come into contact with en-
gine oil, wash your skin with soap and water.
●
With the engine running, the engine oil
gets extremely hot and can cause severe skin
burns. Always wait until the engine has fully
cooled.
For the sake of the environment
Similar to the other service liquids, spilled
engine oil can be bad for the environment.
Collect these liquids in suitable containers
and dispose of them while respecting the en-
vironment.
Warning and control lamps
It lights
up
Possible cause Solution
Insufficient engine
oil.
Switch the ignition
off. Check the en-
gine oil level
››› page 219.
Flashes Possible cause Solution
Engine oil pres-
sure too low.
Stop the vehicle!
Switch off the en-
gine. Check the en-
gine oil level.
- If the warning lamp
flashes although the
oil level is correct,
do not continue driv-
ing or leave the en-
gine running. Other-
wise, the engine
could be damaged.
Seek specialist as-
sistance.
Engine oil sensor
faulty.
Contact a special-
ised workshop. Have
the engine oil sensor
checked.
WARNING
Observe the safety warnings ››› in Control
and warning lamps on page 47.
Engine oil specifications
Replacement engine oil must strictly comply
with the specifications.
The correct oil must be used to ensure the
correct operation and long service life of the
engine. The engine comes with a high-quality
multigrade oil that can generally be used all
year round.
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