Notes on checking oil level on vehicles with level control/ADS - AH32.00-P-0003-01A

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Mercedes-Benz C300, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C300, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C300, and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

All models with SA Code 217a/480

Observe the following prerequisites when checking the oil level in the oil reservoir:

The vehicle must be standing on its wheels.
Check the oil level when the vehicle is ready to drive:
- Vehicle ready for use with oil and coolant reservoirs filled.
- Full fuel tank - compensate for any missing fuel by placing additional weight in trunk.
- Spare wheel and vehicle tool kit in vehicle.
- Unladen vehicle. Remove any luggage, fuel canisters etc. from the vehicle.

On vehicles with level control/ADS, the oil level in the oil reservoir may fall below the "min." mark on the oil dipstick when the vehicle is loaded.