1100... Engine oil service (M57T2)
Carry out work on the vehicle only when wearing oil- and heat-resistant protective gloves incl. forearm protection, face guard and protective apron.
Observe the exact engine oil filling capacity.
Overfilling the engine with engine oil will result in engine damage .
Checking and drip-off times (at least 10 minutes) must be observed.
When working on the engine oil, coolant or fuel circuit, it is essential always to protect the alternator against contamination.
Cover alternator with suitable materials.
Recycling
Catch and dispose of drained engine oil in a suitable container.
Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.
Open oil filter cover with a suitable tool.
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Pull oil filter element (1) out of oil filter housing.
Installation:
Replace oil filter element (1)
Unclip service opening on underbody protection or reinforcement plate.
Remove screw plug (1) from oil sump and drain engine oil.
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Installation:
Replace sealing ring
Installation:
Replace sealing rings
Close oil filter cover with a suitable tool.
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Start engine and run at idle until oil pressure indicator lamp goes out.
Switch off engine
Check oil filter cover and screw plug on oil sump for leaks.
Assemble engine.
Checking engine oil level:
- Park vehicle on a horizontal surface
- Using the dipstick, check the engine oil level after five minutes on the engine at normal operating temperature
- Top up engine oil if necessary