All other models: Oil levelcheck

The concept

The oil level is monitored electronically during driving and shown on the Control Display.

If the oil level reaches the minimum level, a check control message is displayed.

Requirements

► The engine must be running and warm after the vehicle has been driven for at least 6 miles/10 km.
► The vehicle is stopped or being driven on a level roadway.

Displaying the oil level

1. "Vehicle Info"
2. "Vehicle status"
3. Possible messages "Engine oil level"

Possible messages

► "Engine oil level OK"
► "Measurement not possible at this time."
► "Measuring engine oil level..."

Duration with the engine running: approx.

3 minutes.

Duration while driving: approx. 5 minutes.

► "Engine oil level below minimum. Add 1 quart "
Add oil within the next 125 miles/200 km.

► "Engine oil level too high Have this checked."

Have the vehicle checked immediately.

Have the vehicle checked immediately; Too much engine oil
Have the vehicle checked immediately; otherwise, surplus oil can lead to engine damage.◄

► "Measurement inactive. Have this checked." Note the newly calculated remaining mileage until the next oil service. Have the system checked as soon as possible.

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