2019 MERCEDES-BENZ E CLASS oil additives

On-board computer:
Service Engine Oil Level
You will see one ofthefollowing messages inthe multifunction display:
Measuring Engine Oil Level...: measurementofthe oil level is notyet possible.Repeattherequest after a maximum of 30 minutes' driv‐ing.
Engine Oil Level OKandthe bar displayforindicatingthe oil level inthe multifunctiondisplay is green and is between "min" and"max":the oil level is correct.
Engine Oil Level Add 1.0 landthe bar displayfor indicatingthe oil level inthe multifunctiondisplay is orange and is below "min": add1.1 US qt (1 l) of engine oil.
Reduce Engine Oil Levelandthe bar displayfor indicatingthe oil level inthe multifunctiondisplay is orange and is above"max": drainofftheexcess engine oil. Consult aqualifiedspecialistworkshop.
For Engine Oil Level Switch Ignition On:switch onthe ignitiontocheckthe engine oillevel.
Engine Oil Level System Inoperative: sensordefective or not inserted. Consult aqualifiedspecialistworkshop.
Engine Oil Level System Currently Unavail.:closethe hood.
Adding engine oil
\nWARNINGRisk of burns from hot com‐ponent parts inthe engine compartment
Certain components inthe engine compart‐ment can beveryhot, e.g.the engine,theradiator and parts oftheexhaust system.
Allowthe enginetocool down and onlytouch component parts described inthefollowing.
\nWARNINGRisk offireand injury fromengine oil
If engine oil comes into contact withhotcomponent parts inthe engine compart‐ment, it may ignite.
Make surethat no engine oil is spillednexttothefiller opening.
Allowthe enginetocool off andthor‐oughly cleanthe engine oil from compo‐nent parts beforestartingthevehicle.
NOTEEngine damagecausedbyanincorrect oilfilter, incorrect oil or addi‐tives
Do not use engine oils or oilfilterswhich do not correspondtothe specifi‐cationsexplicitly prescribedfortheservice intervals.
Do not alterthe engine oil or oilfilter inordertoachievelongerchange intervalsthan prescribed.
Do not use additives.
352Maintenance and care

Observethefollowing information:
CleaningAvoiding damagetothe decorativefoil
RFor cleaning, use plenty ofwater and a mild cleaning agent withoutadditives or abrasivesubstances, e.g. a car shampoo approvedforMercedes-Benz.
RRemovedirt immediately, where possible, whilstavoidingrubbingtoo hard. There isotherwise arisk of damagingthe decorativefoilirreparably.
RIfthere is dirt onthefinish or ifthe decorativefoil is dull: usethePaint Cleanerrecommended and approvedfor Mercedes-Benz.
RInsectremains: soak with insectremover andrinse offthe treatedareas afterwards.
RBird droppings: soak withwater andrinse off afterwards.
RTopreventwaterstains, dry afoil-wrappedvehicle with a soft,absorbent clothaftereverycarwash.
RThe service life and color of decorativefoils are impairedby:
-sunlight
-temperature, e.g. hot air blower
-weather conditions
-stonechippings and dirt
-chemical cleaning agents
-oily products
RDo not use polish on matte decorativefoil.Polishing will havethe effectof shiningthefoil-wrapped surface.
RDo not treat matte orstructured decorativefoils withwax.Permanentstains may occur.
Scratches, corrosive deposits, areas affectedbycorrosion and damage causedbyincorrect carecannot alwaysbe completelyrepaired. In suchcases, visit aqualified specialistworkshop.
You can obtain more information on care andcleaning products fromthe manufacturer.
Inthe case offoil-wrapped surfaces, optical dif‐ferences may occur betweenthe surfacesthatwerenot protectedbya decorativefoil afterremoving a decorativefoil.
Haveworkorrepairstodecorativefoils car‐ried out at aqualified specialistworkshop,e.g. in an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Maintenance and care359

NOTEPrematurewear causedbyunlea‐dedregulargasoline
Unleadedregulargasoline can causetheenginetowear morequickly and impair lon‐gevity and performance.
If unleaded premium gradegasoline isunavailable andyou havetorefuel usingunleadedregulargasoline:
Onlyfillthe fueltanktohalf full withunleadedregulargasoline andrefill assoon as possible with unleaded pre‐miumgradegasoline.
Do not drive atthe maximum speed.
Avoid sudden acceleration and enginespeedsover 3,000rpm.
Further information on fuel isavailable atthefol‐lowing locations:
Rat agasstation
Rat aqualified specialistworkshop
RUSA only: at http://www.mbusa.com
Information on additives ingasolineObservethe notes on operatingfluids(→page419).
NOTEDamagefrom use of unsuitableadditives
Even small amounts ofthe wrong additivemay leadtomalfunctions occurring.
Only add cleaning additivesrecommen‐dedbyMercedes-Benztothe fuel.
Mercedes-Benzrecommendsthatyou use fuelbrandsthat haveadditives.
In some countries,the fuelavailable may nothavesufficient additives.Residue could build upinthe fuel injection system as aresult. Inthiscase, in consultation with an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center,the fuel may be mixedwiththe cleaning additiverecommendedbyMercedes-Benz. Be suretoobservethe notesand mixingratios specified onthe container.
Tank content and fuelreserve
Capacity
ModelTotal capacity
All models17.4gal (66.0 liters)
ModelOf whichreserve
All models1.8gal (7.0 liters)
Engine oil
Notes on engine oilObservethe notes on operatingfluids(→page419).
Technical data421

NOTEEngine damagecausedbyanincorrect oilfilter, incorrect oil or addi‐tives
Do not use engine oils or oilfiltersotherthanthose which meetthe specifica‐tions necessaryforthe prescribedservice intervals.
Do not alterthe engine oil or oilfilter inordertoachievelongerchange intervalsthan prescribed.
Do not use additives.
Havethe engine oilchanged aftertheprescribed intervals.
Mercedes-Benzrecommendsthatyou havetheoilchange carried out at aqualified specialistworkshop.
Further information on engine oil and oilfilters isavailable atthefollowing locations:
RInthe Mercedes-Benz SpecificationsforOperating Fluidsbyenteringthe designation:
-Athttp://bevo.mercedes-benz.com
-Inthe Mercedes-Benz BeVo app
Rat aqualified specialistworkshop
Quality and capacity of engine oil
MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval
Gasoline enginesMB-Freigabe or MB-Approval
All models229.5, 229.6
Thefollowingvaluesrefertoan oilchange,includingthe oilfilter.
Capacity
ModelCapacity
All models6.9 US qt (6.5 liters)
Notes on brakefluid
Observethe notes on operatingfluids(→page419).
\nWARNINGRisk of an accident duetovapor pocketsforming inthe brake sys‐tem
The brakefluid constantly absorbs moisturefromthe air. This lowersthe boiling point ofthe brakefluid. Ifthe boiling point istoo low,vapor pockets mayforminthe brake systemwhenthe brakes are applied hard.
This causesthe braking effecttobeimpaired.
Havethe brakefluidrenewed atthespecified intervals.
Havethe brakefluidregularlyreplaced at aqualified specialistworkshop.Only use brakefluid approvedbyMercedes-BenzaccordingtoMB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 331.0.
You can obtain further information on brakefluidinthefollowing places:
Rinthe Mercedes-Benz SpecificationsforOperating Fluids
-at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com
-inthe Mercedes-Benz BeVo App
422Technical data

System limitations ...............................203
Active Service System PLUSsee ASSYSTPLUS
Active Speed Limit Assist.......................180Display.................................................180Function ..............................................180
ActiveSteering Assist.............................183Activating/deactivating .......................185Active EmergencyStop Assist .............186Active Lane Change Assist..................185Displays inthe Instrument Display .......187Function ..............................................183System limitations ...............................183
Adaptive cruise controlseeActive Distance AssistDISTRONIC
Adaptive Highbeam AssistFunction ..............................................12 0Switching on/off .................................121
AdditionalvaluerangeSetting display content ........................ 222
Additives.................................................. 421Engine oil ............................................. 421Fuel ..................................................... 421
Additives (engine oil)seeAdditives
Additives (fuel)seeFuel
Address booksee Contacts
Adjusting the balance/fader
Burmester®high-end 3D surroundsound system ...................................... 346
Burmester®surround sound system ... 345
Adjusting the bass, mid-range andtreble
Burmester®high-end 3D surroundsound system ...................................... 345
Adjusting the mid-range, treble andbass
Burmester®high-end 3D surroundsound system ...................................... 345
Adjusting the soundfocus
Burmester®surround sound system ... 345
Adjusting the sound optimization
Burmester®high-end 3D surroundsound system ...................................... 346
Adjusting treble, mid-range and basssettings
Burmester®high-end 3D surroundsound system ...................................... 345
Burmester®surround sound system ... 345
ADS PLUS damping systemsee AIRBODYCONTROL
After-sales service centersee ASSYST PLUS
Air bagReduced protection ...............................41
AIRBODYCONTROL................................19 0Setting .................................................19 2Suspension ..........................................19 0
Air conditioning systemsee Climate control
Air distributionSetting .................................................131
Air freshener systemseePerfume atomizer
Air inletsee Air-water duct
488Index

EBD (electronic brakeforce distribu‐tion)Function/notes ...................................17 0
ECO AssistDisplaying ............................................14 8Function/notes ...................................14 6
ECO displayFunction ..............................................14 6Resetting ............................................. 227
ECOstart/stop function.........................14 4Automatic enginestart ........................14 4Automatic enginestop .........................144Method of operation ............................144Switching off/on .................................14 6
Electric parking brake.............................162Applying automatically ........................16 2Applying orreleasing manually ............16 4Emergency braking ..............................16 4Releasing automatically .......................163
ElectronicStability Program
see ESP®(ElectronicStability Program)
EmergencyOverview ofthe help functions ..............16Reflective safetyvest.......................... 364
Emergency braking.................................164
Emergency brakingseeBAS (Brake AssistSystem)
Emergency call systemsee Mercedes-Benz emergency call system
Emergency enginestart......................... 380
EmergencykeyLocking a door ....................................... 70Unlocking a door ...................................70
Emergency operation modeStartingthevehicle .............................13 9
EmergencyreleaseTrunk lid (from inside) ............................76
EmergencyTensioning DevicesActivation .............................................. 32
ENERGIZING comfortOverview of programs .........................268Startingthe program ........................... 269
EngineECOstart/stop function ......................144Engine number .....................................417Starting (emergency operationmode) ..................................................13 9
Starting (RemoteOnline) ......................141Starting (start/stop button) .................139Starting assistance ..............................374Switching off (start/stop button) ........15 6
Engine dataDisplaying ............................................14 9
Engine number.........................................417
Engine oil.................................................352Additives .............................................. 421Capacity .............................................. 422Checkingthe oil level usingthe oildipstick ................................................ 351Checkingthe oil level usingthe on-board computer ................................... 351MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval ...............422Quality ................................................. 422Topping up ...........................................352
EnteringcharactersFunction/notes ................................... 255
EQ boostOperating safety .................................... 22Qualified specialistworkshop ................25
ESC (ElectronicStability Control)
see ESP®(ElectronicStability Program)
Index501

ESP®
Crosswind Assist .................................170
ESP®(ElectronicStability Program).......167Activating/deactivating .......................170Function/notes ....................................167
Exterior lightingCare .................................................... 360
Exterior lightingsee Lights
Exterior mirrors...............................126,127Anti-glaremode (automatic) ................127Automatic mirrorfolding function ........12 9Folding in/out .....................................126Operatingthe memory function ...........101Parking position ...................................128Setting .................................................12 6
External deviceLocking (child safety lock) ...................262
Eyeglasses compartment.......................104
F
Fatigue detectionseeATTENTION ASSIST
FavoritesAdding .................................................253Calling up ............................................ 252Deleting ............................................... 253Moving ................................................ 253Overview ............................................. 252Renaming ............................................ 253
FlaconInserting/removing .............................13 4
Flat tire.....................................................364Changing a wheel ................................ 409MOExtended tires ................................ 365Notes ................................................... 364TIREFIT kit ...........................................366
FlattowingseeTow-bar system
Floor mats................................................11 5
Foil coveringRadar sensors ......................................16 5
FragranceseePerfume atomizer
Free software............................................ 30
FrequenciesTwo-wayradio ......................................416
Frequency bandDialing (on-board computer) ................ 228
Front airbag (driver, front passenger).....39
Front passenger seatsee Seat
Fuel...........................................................421Additives .............................................. 421E10 ...................................................... 420Fuelreserve......................................... 421Gasoline .............................................. 420Quality (gasoline) ................................ 420Refueling .............................................154sulfur content ...................................... 420Tank content ........................................ 421
Fuel consumptionOn-board computer .............................225
Function seatsee Door control panel
Fuses........................................................ 380Beforereplacing a fuse ........................ 380Dashboard fuse box ............................ 382
502Index

Telephone menu .................................. 229Trip menu ............................................ 225
On-boarddiagnostics interfacesee Diagnostics connection
Open-source software.............................. 30
Openingthe trunk lid usingyourfootHANDS-FREEACCESS ...........................74
OperatingfluidsAdditives (fuel) .....................................421Brakefluid ...........................................422Coolant (engine) .................................. 423Engine oil ............................................. 421Fuel (gasoline) .....................................420Notes ...................................................419Refrigerant (air conditioning system) ... 424Windshieldwasherfluid .......................424
Operating safety48 V on-boardelectrical system ............ 22Declaration of conformity (wirelessvehicle components) ............................. 23EQ boost ............................................... 22Information ............................................ 22
Operating systemsee On-board computer
Operator's ManualVehicle equipment ................................. 20
Operator's Manual (digital).......................18
Overhead control panelMaking calls (Mercedes me connect) ..313Overview ................................................12
P
Paint code.................................................417
Paintwork (cleaning instructions).........357
Panel heatingSetting ...................................................97
Panic alarm................................................ 63Activating/deactivating ......................... 63
Panoramic sliding sunroofsee Sliding sunroof
ParkpositionInserting ..............................................151Selecting automatically........................151
Parkingsee Electric parking brake
Parking aidseeParking AssistPARKTRONIC
Parking AssistPARKTRONIC...................19 3Activating ............................................19 6Adjustingwarningtones ......................19 6Function ..............................................19 3Side impact protection ........................194Switching off .......................................19 6System limitations ...............................193
Parking assistance systemsseeActiveParking Assist
Parking brakesee Electric parking brake
Parkingfor anextended period..............16 4
Parking lights...........................................117
Parking positionExterior mirrors...................................12 8Storingthe position ofthe front-passenger outside mirror usingreversegear .........................................128
PASSENGER AIRBAGstatus displayseeAutomatic front passenger frontairbag shutoff
51 0Index