2008 Mercedes S-Class Owner's Manual - Page 661

Practical hints What to do if ...? Display Possible cause/consequence Add 1.0 qts. engine oil S 600 and S 65 AMG only: at next refueling The engine oil level is too low. (USA only) Add 1.0 l engine oil at next refueling (Canada only) Check engine oil level S 550 and S 63 AMG only: at next refueling The engine oil level has dropped to approximately the minimum level. Possible solution Check the engine oil level ( page 543) and add engine oil as required ( page 546). If you must add engine oil frequently, have the engine checked for possible leaks. Check the engine oil level ( page 543) and add engine oil as required ( page 546). If you must add engine oil frequently, have the engine checked for possible leaks. For information on approved engine oils, refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet (USA only) or contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. When the message "Check engine oil level at next refueling" (S 550) or "Add 1.0 qts. (Canada: 1.0 l) engine oil at next refueling" (S 600 and S 65 AMG) 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, continue to 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. 660