Mercedes-Benz

Checking engine oil level with on-board computer (engine without oil dipstick)

Requirements:

The engine oil level is determined during driving.
The engine is at normal operating temperature.
The vehicle is level during the measuring process.
The bonnet is not open.

Depending on the driving profile, the oil level can be displayed only after a driving time of up to 30 minutes and only when the ignition is switched on.

On-board computer:

One of the following messages appears on the display of the on-board computer:

Engine oil level Measurement in progress...

Measurement of the oil level not yet possible. Repeat the query after driving for a maximum of 30 minutes.

Engine oil level OK

The bar for displaying the oil level on the display is green and is between "min" and "max".

Do not top up oil. The engine oil level is correct.

Engine oil level Warm up engine

Warm up the engine to operating temperature.

Engine oil level Correct measurement only if vehicle is on level ground

Park the vehicle on a level surface.

Engine oil level Add 1,0 l

The bar for displaying the oil level on the display is orange and is below "min".

The oil level is too low.

Add 1 l of engine oil More.

Engine oil level Reduce oil level

The bar for displaying the oil level on the display is orange and is above "max".

The oil level is too high.

Siphon off any excess engine oil that has been added. To do so, consult a qualified specialist workshop.

For engine oil level turn on ignition

Switch the ignition on to check the engine oil level.

Engine oil level System inoperative

The fill level sensor is defective or not plugged in.

Have the oil level display checked at a qualified specialist workshop.

Engine oil level System currently unavail.

Close the bonnet.