2023 Mercedes S-CLASS Engine Oil User Manual
This guide covers 2023 Mercedes S-CLASS engine oil. To keep your luxury car running smoothly, learn about oil types, change intervals, and maintenance.
2023 Mercedes Benz S-Class Specs, Price, Features, Mileage (Brochure)
Engine Oil
Mercedes S-CLASS Engine Care
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Check Engine Oil Level At Next Refueling (Add 1 Quart) |
The engine oil level has dropped to the minimum level.
NOTE Engine damage caused by driving with insufficient engine oil Avoid long journeys with insufficient engine oil. When next refuelling, add 1.1 US q t (1 l) of engine oil Notes on engine oil |
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Engine Oil Level Monitoring |
The engine oil level is too high.
NOTE Engine damage caused by driving with excess engine oil Avoid long journeys with excess engine oil. Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately and have the engine oil level reduced. |
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Engine Oil Level Stop Switch Off Vehicle |
The engine oil level is too low.
NOTE Engine damage caused by driving with insufficient engine oil Avoid long journeys with insufficient engine oil. |
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Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions. Do not continue driving under any circumstances.
Switch off the vehicle. Add 1.1 US q t (1 l) of engine oil Check the engine oil level. Notes on engine oil |
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Engine Oil Pressure Stop Switch Off Vehicle |
The oil pressure is too low.
NOTE Engine damage caused by driving with insufficient oil pressure Avoid driving with insufficient oil pressure. Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions. Do not continue driving under any circumstances. Switch off the vehicle. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. |
Mercedes-Benz Display messages
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
The electrical connection to the oil level sensor has been interrupted or the oil level sensor is faulty.
- Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Warning and indicator lamps
Overview of indicator and warning lamps
Some systems will perform a self-test when the vehicle is switched on. Some indicator and warning lamps may briefly light up or flash. This behavior is non-critical. These indicator and warning lamps indicate a malfunction only if they light up or flash after the vehicle has been started or during a journey.
Driver’s display 
Driver’s display with driver camera
Indicator and Warning Lamps Occupant Safety
Restraint system
Seat belt- Drive system Reduced power
System error 
Electrical malfunction
Vehicle
Power steering (yellow)- Power steering (red)
- Rear axle steering (yellow)
- Rear axle steering (red)
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Coolant temperature- Engine diagnosis
Electrical malfunction- Reserve fuel with fuel filler flap location
Indicator
Braking
Electric parking brake (yellow)
USA: electric parking brake (red)
USA: Recuperative Brake System
Canada: brakes (yellow)
USA: brakes (red)- Canada: brakes (red)
Driving and driving safety systems
Mercedes-Benz emergency call systems
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Tire pressure monitoring system
Exterior lighting
Standing lights
Low beam headlamps
High beam headlamps 
Turn signal lights
Rear fog light
Symbols on the Central Display
Drive Away Assist
Rear cross-traffic warning
Maneuvering brake function
2023 Mercedes Benz S-Class Specs, Price, Features, Mileage (Brochure)
Occupant Safety
| Warning/indicator lamp | Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions |
Restraint system warning lamp |
The restraint system red warning lamp is lit while the vehicle is on. The restraint system is malfunctioning
WARNING Risk of injury due to malfunctions in the restraint system Components in the restraint system may be activated unintentionally or not deploy as planned in an accident. Have the restraint system checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop. Plug-in hybrid: DANGER Risk of death due to the restraint system malfunctioning Components in the restraint system may be activated unintentionally or not deploy as intended in an accident. In the event of an accident, the high-voltage onboard electrical system may not be deactivated as intended. You may receive an electric shock if you touch the damaged components of the high-voltage onboard electrical system. Have the restraint system checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop. After an accident, switch off the vehicle immediately. Drive on carefully. Note the messages on the driver’s display. Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately. |
| Warning/indicator lamp | Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions |
Seat belt warning lamp flashes |
The red seat belt warning lamp flashes and an intermittent warning tone sounds.
The driver or front passenger has not fastened his/her seat belt while the vehicle is in motion. Fasten your seat belt There are objects on the front passenger seat. Remove the objects from the front passenger seat. |
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Seat belt warning lamp lights up |
The red seat belt warning lamp lights up for six seconds once the vehicle has started. In addition, an intermittent warning tone may sound.
The red seat belt warning lamp reminds the driver and front passenger to fasten their seat belts. Fasten your seat belt If you have placed objects on the front passenger seat, the red seat belt warning lamp may remain lit. |
Hybrid system |
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| Warning/indicator lamp | Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions |
Reduced warning lamp power |
The yellow reduced-power warning lamp is on. Drive system power output is reduced.
Note the messages on the driver’s display. |
| Warning/indicator lamp | Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions |
System malfunction warning lamp |
The red system error warning lamp is lit while the vehicle is in a state of operational readiness õ. There is a malfunction in the drive system.
Note the messages on the driver’s display. |
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The red electrical malfunction warning lamp is lit. There is a malfunction with the electrics.
Note the messages on the driver’s display. |
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Vehicle |
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| Warning/indicator lamp | Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions |
Power steering warning lamp (yellow) |
The yellow power steering warning lamp is lit while the vehicle is running. The power assistance or the steering itself is malfunctioning.
Note the messages on the driver’s display. |
Electrical malfunction warning lamp| Warning/indicator lamp | Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions |
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Power steering warning lamp (red) |
The red power steering warning lamp is lit while the vehicle is running. The power assistance or the steering itself is malfunctioning.
WARNING Risk of accident if steering capability is impaired If the steering does not function as intended, the vehicle’s operating safety is jeopardized. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driving under any circumstances. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Note the messages on the driver’s display. |
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Rear axle steering warning lamp (yellow) |
The yellow rear axle steering warning lamp is lit while the vehicle is running. The rear axle steering is malfunctioning.
Note the messages on the driver’s display. |
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Rear axle steering warning lamp (red) |
The red rear axle steering warning lamp is lit while the vehicle is running. The rear axle steering is malfunctioning.
WARNING Risk of an accident if steering capability is impaired If the steering does not function as intended, the vehicle’s operating safety is jeopardized. |
Possible causes/consequences and Solutions
- Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driving under any circumstances.
- Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Note
The messages on the driver’s display.
FAQ’s
Common engine oil display messages in the 2023 Mercedes S-Class may include notifications for oil level, oil pressure, oil change intervals, and maintenance reminders.
The engine oil level display message indicates the current oil level in the vehicle’s engine. It may prompt you to check the oil level manually or inform you if the oil level is low and requires topping up.
If you receive a low oil pressure warning message, it is crucial to stop the vehicle immediately in a safe location and check the oil level. Low oil pressure can lead to serious engine damage if not addressed promptly.
The recommended oil change intervals for the 2023 Mercedes S-Class can vary based on driving conditions and engine type. You will receive a reminder message based on the vehicle’s onboard monitoring system.
Useful Links
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