check oil MERCEDES-BENZ S600 2010 W221 User Guide

Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions4Check
Engine
Oil at
Next
RefuelingAll models except S 600 and S 65 AMG:
The engine oil level has dropped to approximately the
minimum level.XCheck the engine oil level ( Y page 405) and add engine oil
as required ( Y page 407).XIf you must add engine oil frequently, have the engine
checked for possible leaks.4Check
Engine
Oil Level
(Add 1
quart)
(USA only)
Check
Engine
Oil Level
(Add 1
Liter)
(Canada
only)S 600 and S 65 AMG only:
The engine oil level is too low.XAdd engine oil ( Y page 407) and check the engine oil level
( Y page 405).XIf you must add engine oil frequently, have the engine
checked for possible leaks.If the message Check Engine Oil at Next
Refueling (All models except S 600 and
S 65 AMG) or Check Engine Oil Level
(Add 1 quart) (Canada: 1 Liter appears
while the engine is running and at operating
temperature, the engine oil level has dropped
to approximately the minimum level.
The message will be stored in the vehicle
status message memory after you have
cleared it from the multifunction display.
Visually check for oil leaks. If there are no
obvious oil leaks, drive to the nearest servicestation to refill your engine oil to the required
level.
For information on approved engine oils
contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
or visit www.mbusa.com (USA only).
! 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
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Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions4Engine
Oil Level
Cannot Be
MeasuredS 600 and S 65 AMG only:
The measuring system is malfunctioning.XHave the measuring system checked at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.4Engine
Oil Level
Too HighS 600 and S 65 AMG only:
You have added too much engine oil. There is a risk of
damaging the engine or the catalytic converter.XHave oil siphoned or drained off. Observe all legal
requirements with respect to its disposal.4Engine
Oil Level
Low Stop
Vehicle
Turn
Engine OffS 600 and S 65 AMG only:
The engine oil level is too low. There is a danger of engine
damage.XStop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe
to do so.XTurn off the engine.XEngage the electronic parking brake.XAdd engine oil ( Y page 407) and check the engine oil level
( Y page 405).CThe fuel level is low.XRefuel at the next gas station.8Reserve
FuelThe fuel level has dropped below the reserve mark.XRefuel at the next gas station.7Gas Cap
LooseA loss of pressure has been detected in the fuel system. The
fuel cap may not be closed properly or the fuel system may
be leaking.XCheck the fuel cap ( Y page 403).XIf it is not closed properly: Close the fuel cap.XIf it is closed properly: Have the fuel system checked at
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After an extended period of using fuels
without such additives carbon deposits can
build up, especially on the intake valves and
in the combustion area, leading to engine
performance problems such as:
R Warm-up hesitation
R Unstable idle
R Knocking/pinging
R Misfire
R Power loss
In areas where carbon deposits may be
encountered due to lack of availability of
gasoline which contains these additives, the
use of Mercedes-Benz approved additives is
recommended.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
or visit www.mbusa.com (USA only) for a
listing of approved products. Follow
directions on the product label.
Do not blend other fuel additives with fuel.
This only results in unnecessary cost and may
be harmful to the engine operation.
! Damage or malfunction resulting from
poor fuel quality or from blending additional
fuel additives other than those tested and
approved by us for use on Mercedes-Benz
vehicles are not covered by the Mercedes-
Benz Limited Warranty or by any pre-owned
or Extended Limited Warranties.
Coolants
The engine coolant is a mixture of water and
anticorrosion/antifreeze, which provides:
R Corrosion protection
R Freeze protection
R Boiling protection (by increasing the boiling
point)
The cooling system was filled at the factory
with a coolant providing freeze protection to
approximately -35‡ (-37†) and corrosion
protection.
! Add premixed coolant solution only.
Adding water and MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/
Antifreeze separately from each other,
could cause engine damage not covered by
the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
If the antifreeze mixture is effective to -35‡
(-37† ), the boiling point of the coolant in the
pressurized cooling system is reached at
approximately 266‡ (130†).
The coolant solution must be used year round
to provide the necessary corrosion protection
and increase boil-over protection. Refer to
the Maintenance Booklet for replacement
interval.
Coolant system design and coolant used
determine the replacement interval. The
replacement interval published in the
Maintenance Booklet is only applicable if
MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/Antifreeze solution
or other Mercedes-Benz approved products
of equal specification are used to renew the
coolant concentration or bring it back up to
the proper level.
For information on other Mercedes-Benz
approved products of equal specification,
contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
or visit www.mbusa.com (USA only).
To provide important corrosion protection,
the solution must be at least 50%
anticorrosion/antifreeze (equivalent to
freeze protection to approximately -35‡
[-37†]).
If you use a solution that is more than 55%
anticorrosion/antifreeze (freeze protection
to approximately -49‡ [-45†]), the engine
temperature will increase due to the lower
heat transfer capability of the solution.
Therefore, do not use more than this amount
of anticorrosion/antifreeze.
If the coolant level is low, water and MB 325.0
Anticorrosion/Antifreeze should be used to
bring it up to the proper level (have cooling
system checked for signs of leakage). Please
make sure the mixture is in accordance with
label instructions.542Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Technical data
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