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254 OperationEngine compartmentOil dipstickThe engine oil level is correct when it is
between lower mark (min) and upper mark
(max) of the oil dipstick.
Top up the engine oil if necessary.Adding engine oil
Using a rag, unscrew filler cap2 from
filler neck.
Add engine oil as required. Be careful
not to overfill with oil.Mercedes-Benz recommends
MOBIL 1 OIL. Use the MB sheet number
229.3 and only SAE 5W-50 engine oils.
MB sheet numbers are printed on the out-
side of oil containers.
Be careful not to spill any oil when adding.
Avoid environmental damage caused by oil
entering the ground or water.
Screw the filler cap back on filler neck.
You will find further information about en-
gine oil in the “Technical data” section
(
page 395) and (
page 393).
Transmission fluid level
The transmission fluid level does not need
to be checked. If you notice transmission
fluid loss or gear shifting malfunctions,
have an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
check the transmission.
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The filling quantity between the upper and
lower marks on the oil dipstick is approximately
2.1 US qt (2.0 l).
Warning!
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The filler cap on the filler neck could be hot.
Use a rag when you unscrew the filler cap.
Otherwise you could burn yourself.!
Only use approved engine oils and oil filters
required for vehicles with Maintenance System.
For a listing of approved engine oils and oil fil-
ters, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen-
ter or visit www.mbusa.com (USA only).
Using engine oils and oil filters of specification
other than those expressly required for the Main-
tenance 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.
!
Excess oil must be siphoned or drained off.
It could cause damage to the engine or emission
control system not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
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301 Operation
Vehicle care
If you intend to park your vehicle for an
extended period of time, observe the fol-
lowing:
Park the vehicle with closed, dry soft
top.
When parking in confined areas, make
sure that the soft top remains dry and
ensure good ventilation.
When parking the vehicle in the open,
place a suitable cover over the soft top.Cleaning the soft top
In case of light soiling, cleaning the soft top
dry or spray or clean with water should be
sufficient.
If necessary, clean the soft top with water
and a soft brush. Always brush from the
front to the rear along the grain of the
fabric.
In case of heavy soiling or stains, clean the
soft top with suitable soft top cleaner and
a soft brush. Always brush from the front
to the rear along the grain of the fabric.
!
Do not clean the soft top with:
gasoline or benzine
thinner
tar or stain remover
other organic solvents
!
Do not choose final hot-wax conservation
when taking the vehicle to an automatic car
wash.
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As it has a two-tone design, the soft top con-
sists of a special fabric. The appearance of the
fabric may change after opening and closing the
soft top several times. A change in fabric color or
bright lines along the soft top folds may be no-
ticed. The genuine appearance will be restored
when you clean the soft top with water
(
page 301) and then let it dry using a heat
source, insolation for example.
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395 Technical data
Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
Approved engine oils
Engine oils are specifically tested for their
suitability in our engines and durability for
our service intervals. Therefore, only use
approved engine oils and oil filters
required for vehicles with Maintenance
System.
Conventional petroleum-based oils must
not be used for vehicles with Maintenance
System.
For a listing of approved engine oils and oil
filters, contact an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center or visit
www.mbusa.com (USA only).
Mercedes-Benz recommends
MOBIL 1 OIL. Use the MB sheet number
229.3 and only SAE 5W-50 engine oils.
MB sheet numbers are printed on the out-
side of oil containers.
Engine oil additives
!
Using engine oils and oil filters of
specification other than those expressly re-
quired 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 dam-
age not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.
Please follow Maintenance System recommen-
dations for scheduled oil changes. Failure to do
so will result in engine or emission control sys-
tem damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz
Limited Warranty.
!
Do not blend oil additives with engine oil.
They may damage the engine.
Damage or malfunctions resulting from blending
oil additives are not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.