2000 Mercedes ML-Class Owner's Manual - Page 92

Engine oil level indicator The following messages are available: "OIL i.O" No oil needs to be added. "-1.0 L" "-1.5 L" "-2.0 L" Add oil to upper (max) mark of the dipstick. See page 233 for instructions on adding engine oil. "OIL HI" Do not overfill the engine. Excessive oil must be siphoned or drained off. It could cause damage to the engine and catalytic converter not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. The display flashes in the odometer display field if a proper oil level check cannot be performed. The engine oil level check can be repeated after a short time. Perform the engine oil level check with the dipstick, if it cannot be completed via the odometer display field. See page 233. In this case we recommend that you have the system checked at a Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. 89 To check the engine oil level, park vehicle on level ground, with engine at normal operational temperature. Check oil level approximately 5 minutes after stopping the engine, allowing for the oil to return to the oil pan. Turn the key in steering lock to position 2 and wait until the display appears in the odometer display field. Within 1 second press button (1) twice. Engine oil level indicator Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index