Mercedes-Benz M-Class 2008 Owners Manual User Manual
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Operation
Engine compartment
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Open the hood (
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Pull out oil dipstick
1.
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Wipe oil dipstick
1 clean.
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Fully insert oil dipstick
1 into the
dipstick guide tube.
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Pull out oil dipstick
1 again after
approximately 3 seconds to obtain
accurate reading.
The oil level is correct when it is be-
tween lower mark
3 (min.) and upper
mark
2 (max.) of the oil dipstick.
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If necessary, add engine oil
(
For more information on engine oil, see
“Technical data” section (
Adding engine oil
Example illustration ML 320 CDI (ML 350,
ML 550 similar)
1 Filler cap
ML 63 AMG
1 Filler cap
i
All models (except ML 63 AMG):
The filling quantity between the upper and lower
marks on the oil dipstick is approximately
2.1 US qt. (2.0 l).
ML 63 AMG:
The filling quantity between the upper and lower
marks on the oil dipstick is approximately
1.6 US qt. (1.5 l).
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Only use approved engine oils and oil filters
required for vehicles with Maintenance System.
For a listing of approved engine oils and oil
filters, refer to the Factory Approved Service
Products pamphlet (USA only) in your vehicle
literature portfolio, or contact an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.
Using engine oils and oil filters of specification
other than those expressly required for the
Maintenance System, or changing of oil and oil
filter at change intervals longer than those called
for by the Maintenance System will result in
engine or emission control system damage not
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.
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