Oil types for refilling
Notes
No oil additives
Oil additives may lead to engine damage.
Viscosity grades for engine oils
When selecting an engine oil, ensure that the engine oil belongs to one of the viscosity grades SAE 0W-40, SAE 0W-30, SAE 5W-40, and SAE 5W-30 or malfunctions or engine damage may occur.
The engine oil quality is critical for the life of the engine.
Some types of oils in some cases are not available in all countries.
Approved oil types

Additional information about the approved types of oils can be requested from the service center.
Alternative oil types
If the approved engine oils are not available, up to 1 US quart/liter of an oil with the following specification can be added:

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Rear seat heating
Rear seat heating
Switching on
Press the button once for each
temperature
level.
The maximum temperature is reached when
three LEDs are lit.
If the drive is continued within approx. 15 mi ...
Mobility
To ensure that you remain mobile at all times, this
chapter supplies you with important information
on the topics of fuels and lubricants, wheels and
tires, service, maintenance, and Roadside
Assi ...
