2014 MERCEDES-BENZ CL-Class oil filter

Display messages
The measuremen
ttakes a few seconds. You will see one of the following messages in the
multifunction display: Problem Possible causes/consequences and
M Solutions
Engine Oil Level OK The oil level is correct.
Add 1.0 l Engine
Oil At Next
Refueling . The oil level is too low.
X
add 1. 0lof engine oil. Add 1.5 l Engine
Oil At Next
Refueling . The oil level is too low.
X
add 1.5 l of engine oil. Add 2.0 l Engine
Oil At Next
Refueling . The oil level is too low.
X
add 2.0 l of engine oil. Engine Oil Level
Reduce Oil Level The engine oil level is too high.
X
Have excess engine oil siphoned off. For Engine Oil
Level Ignition
Must be On The ignition is switched off.
X
Turn the SmartKey to position 2in the ignition lock. Need More Time to
Check Engine Oil
Level The required waiting period was not observed.
X
If the engine is at normal operating temperature: repeat the
measurement after about five minutes.
If the engine is not at normal operating temperature (e.g. if the
engine was only started briefly): repeat the measurement after
about 30 minutes. Engine Oil Level
Not When Engine On The engine is running; oil level measurement is not possible.
X
Switch off the engine.
X If the engine is at normal operating temperature: wait about five
minutes before carrying out the measurement.
If the engine is not at normal operating temperature, e.g. if the
engine was only started briefly: wait approximately
30 minutes before carrying out the measurement. Adding engine oil
G
WARNING
If engine oil comes into contact with hot
engine parts, it may ignite and you could burn
yourself. Do not spill any engine oil on hot
engine parts. H
Environmental note
When adding oil, take care not to spill any. If
oil enters the soil or waterways, it is harmful
to the environment.
! Only use engine oils and oil filters that
have been approved for vehicles with a Engine compartment
423Maintenance and care Z

service system. You can obtain a list of the
engine oils and oil filters tested and
approved in accordance with the
Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service
Products at any Mercedes-Benz Service
center.
Damage to the engine or exhaust system is
caused by the following:
R
using engine oils and oil filters that have
not been specifically approved for the
service system
R replacing engine oil and oil filters after
the interval for replacement specified by
the service system has been exceeded
R using engine oil additives.
! Do not add too much oil. adding too much
engine oil can result in damage to the
engine or to the catalytic converter. Have
excess engine oil siphoned off. Example: engine oil cap
X
Turn cap :counter-clockwise and remove
it.
X Add engine oil.
Vehicles with oil level measurement
function in the on-board computer: observe
the information in the on-board computer
when doing so. Vehicles with an oil
dipstick: if the oil level is at or below the
MIN mark on the dipstick, add 1.1 US qt
(1.0 liters) of engine oil. X
Replace cap :on the filler neck and turn
clockwise.
Ensure that the cap locks into place
securely.
X Check the oil level againw ith the oil
dipstick (Y page 421) or the on-board
computer (Y page 422).
Further information on engine oil
(Y page 486). Checking and adding other service
products
Checking coolant level G
WARNING
In order to avoid any potentially serious burns:
R use extreme caution when opening the
hood if there are any signs of steam or
coolan tleaking from the cooling system, or
if the coolant temperature display indicates
that the coolant is overheated.
R do not remove the pressure cap on the
coolant reservoir if the coolant temperature
is above 158 ‡(70 †). Allow the engine to
cool dow nbefore removing the cap. The
coolant reservoir contains hot fluid and is
under pressure.
R using a rag, slowly turn the cap
approximately 1
/ 2 turn to relieve excess
pressure. If opened immediately, scalding
hot fluid and steam will be blown out under
pressure.
R do not spill antifreeze on hot engine parts.
Antifreeze contains ethylene glycol which
may burn if it comes into contact with hot
engine parts. 424
Engine compartmentMaintenance and care

R
avoid sudde nacceleration and engine
speeds above 3000 rpm.
R neve rrefuel using fuel with an octane
number lower than 87. Otherwise,
engine failure could occur.
Using mixtures of methanol and ethanol is not
permitted. E10 fuel or E15 fuel (unleaded
gasoline with 10% or 15% ethanol) can be
used.
You will usually find information about the fuel
grade on the pump. If you cannot find the
label on the pump, ask the staff for
assistance.
i For further information, consult a
qualified specialist workshop or on the
Internet at http://www.mbusa.com (USA
only).
Information on refueling (Y page 287).
Additives
! Operating the engine with fuel additives
added later can lead to engine failure. Do
not mix fuel additives with fuel. This does
not include additives for the removal and
prevention of residue buildup. gasoline
must only be mixed with additives
recommended by Mercedes-Benz .Comply
with the instructions for use on the product
label. More information about
recommended additives can be obtained
from any authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use
fuel brands that have the additives.
The quality of the fuel available in some
countries may not be sufficient .Residue
could build up as a result. In such cases, and
in consultation with an authorized Mercedes-
BenzC enter, the gasoline may be mixed with
the cleaning additive recommended by
Mercedes-Benz (part no. A000989254512).
You must observe the notes and mixing ratios
specified on the container. Engine oil
Points to remember !
Never use engine oil or an oil filter of a
specification other than is necessary to
fulfill the prescribed servic eintervals. Do
not change the engine oil or oil filter in
order to achieve longe rreplacement
intervals than those prescribed. You could
otherwise cause engine damage or damage
to the exhaust gas aftertreatment.
Follow the instructions in the service
interval display regarding the oil change.
Otherwise, you may damage the engine and
the exhaust gas aftertreatment.
The engine oils are matched to the
performance of Mercedes-Benz engines and
service intervals. You should therefore only
use engine oils and oil filters that are
approved for vehicles with maintenance
systems.
For a list of approved engine oils and oil filters,
consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center .Orvisit the website
http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com.
The table shows which engine oils have been
approved for your vehicle. Model Engine
model MB
Approval
CL 550 4MATIC
278 229.5
CL 600
275
CL 63 AMG
23 157
CL 65 AMG
23 275
i
MB approval is indicated on the oil
containers.
Filling capacities The following values refer to an oil change
including the oil filter.
23 Only SAE 0W-40/SAE 5W-40 engine oils may be used. 486
Service products and filling capacitiesTechnical data