Posted on 1/31/2022
One of the most important responsibilities you have as a Mercedes-Benz owner is to check your oil. Experts typically recommend doing this as often as once a month. "Why," you might ask? Well, engine oil is essentially the lifeblood of your vehicle. Your engine performance and efficiency will significantly drop without fresh, working motor oil, and you could suffer significant engine damage. Besides burning through your oil, you might encounter an oil leak. Checking your oil often will allow you to catch problems, like leaks, early on before they can leave damaging effects on your engine components. Below is our step-by-step guide on how to check the engine oil in your Mercedes-Benz: Make sure your car is off and parked on an even surface. Open the hood and prop it. Locate the oil dipstick next to the engine. The dipstick handle is almost always yellow and labeled, so you can't miss it. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it down with a clean rag or paper towel. Reinsert t ... read more