Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Checking the oil level using the oildipstick - Engine oil - Engine compartment - Maintenance and care - Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Owner's ManualMercedes-Benz GL-Class: Checking the oil level using the oildipstick

When checking the oil level:

park the vehicle on a level surface.
the engine should be switched off for approximately five minutes if the engine is at normal operating temperature.

Example: vehicles with a gasoline engine

Example: vehicles with a gasoline engine

Example: vehicles with a diesel engine

Example: vehicles with a diesel engine

Pull oil dipstick 1 out of the dipstick guide tube.
Wipe off oil dipstick 1.
Slowly slide oil dipstick 1 into the guide tube to the stop, and take it out again.

The oil level is correct if the level is between MIN mark 3 and MAX mark 2.

Add oil if necessary.

    Notes on the oil level
    Depending on the driving style, the vehicle consumes up to 0.9 US qts. (0.8 l) of oil over a distance of 600 miles (1000 km). The oil consumption may be higher than this when the vehicle is new or ...

    Adding engine oil
    Environmental note When adding oil, take care not to spill any. If oil enters the soil or waterways, it is harmful to the environment. WARNING   If engine oil comes into contact with ho ...

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