2006 Mercedes SLK-Class Owner's Manual - Page 380

Practical hints What to do if ... Display symbol Display message Check oil level when next refueling Possible cause/consequence SLK 280 and SLK 350 only: The engine oil level has dropped to a critical level. SLK 55 AMG only: The engine oil level is too low. Possible solution Check the engine oil level ( page 308) and add engine oil as required ( page 312). If you must add engine oil frequently, have the engine checked for possible leaks. Add engine oil ( page 312) and check the engine oil level ( page 308). N USA only: Add 1 qt. engine oil when next refueling Canada only: Add 1 liter engine oil when next refueling When the message Add 1 qt. (Canada: 1 liter) engine oil when next refueling (SLK 55 AMG) or Check oil level when next refueling (SLK 280, SLK 350) appears while the engine is running and at operating temperature, the engine oil level has dropped to approximately the minimum level. When this occurs, the warning will first come on intermittently and then stay on if the oil level drops further. Visually check for oil leaks. If no obvious oil leaks are noted, drive to the nearest service station where the engine oil should be topped to the required level with an approved oil specified in the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet. ! The engine oil level warnings should not be ignored. Extended driving with the symbol displayed could result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. 379