2009 Mercedes SLR McLaren Owner's Manual - Page 254
2009 Mercedes SLR McLaren Manual
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Operation Engine compartment Adding engine oil Warning! Mercedes-Benz recommends MOBIL 1 OIL. Use the MB sheet number 229.3 and only SAE 5W-50 engine oils. MB sheet numbers are printed on the outside of oil containers. Be careful not to spill any oil when adding. Avoid environmental damage caused by oil entering the ground or water. G The filler cap on the filler neck could be hot. Use a rag when you unscrew the filler cap. Otherwise you could burn yourself. Oil dipstick The engine oil level is correct when it is between lower mark (min) and upper mark (max) of the oil dipstick. Top up the engine oil if necessary. ! Only use approved engine oils and oil filters required for vehicles with Maintenance System. For a listing of approved engine oils and oil filters, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or visit www.mbusa.com (USA only). Using engine oils and oil filters of specification other than those expressly required for the Maintenance System, or changing of oil and oil filter at change intervals longer than those called for by the Maintenance System will result in engine or emission control system damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! Excess oil must be siphoned or drained off. It could cause damage to the engine or emission control system not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Screw the filler cap back on filler neck. You will find further information about engine oil in the "Technical data" section ( page 395) and ( page 393). Transmission fluid level The transmission fluid level does not need to be checked. If you notice transmission fluid loss or gear shifting malfunctions, have an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center check the transmission. i The filling quantity between the upper and lower marks on the oil dipstick is approximately 2.1 US qt (2.0 l). Using a rag, unscrew filler cap 2 from filler neck. Add engine oil as required. Be careful not to overfill with oil. 254