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  • C-Class
  • Cabriolet
  • 03/2019
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Checking the engine oil level using the oil dipstick
WARNING Danger of burns when opening the bonnet

If you open the engine bonnet when the engine has overheated or during a fire in the engine compartment, you could come into contact with hot gases or other escaping operating fluids.

Before opening the bonnet, allow the engine to cool down.
In the event of a fire in the engine compartment, keep the engine bonnet closed and call the fire service.
WARNING Risk of burns from hot component parts in the engine compartment

Certain components in the engine compartment can be very hot, e.g. the engine, the radiator and parts of the exhaust system.

Allow the engine to cool down and only touch component parts described in the following.
Requirements:
  • the engine must have an oil dipstick. If not, the engine oil level can be checked only with the on-board computer More.

Depending on the engine, the oil dipstick may be installed in the engine compartment in different locations.

The waiting time before checking the oil level when the engine is at normal operating temperature is five minutes.

Park the vehicle on a level surface.
Pull oil dipstick out and wipe off.
Slowly slide oil dipstick into the guide tube to the stop, and take it out again after approximately three seconds.
  • Oil level is correct: oil level is between and .

  • Oil level too low: oil level is at or below.

  • Oil level too high: oil level is above .

If the oil level is too low, top up with 1 litre of engine oil.
If the oil level is too high, drain off excess engine oil. Consult a qualified specialist workshop.