I service my own vehicles, so reviewing some of these threads it seems like I may have come to the right place to obtain some basic answers...
General assumptions on installing the correct oil in my vehicle(s)...
1. Start with the vehicle owner's manual for directions and approved oil types
2. Consider the operating environment, temp, climate, etc
3. Consider the vehicle's your application - road, track, other etc.
4. Cost of oil and availability
5. Other??
So here is where I am..... approaching my first oil change due date on a 2021 Mercedes GLC300 4Matic SUV. Some anxiety here, as I want to be sure to comply with the MB approved oils to avoid compromising the warranty. Manual assumes I will go to the dealership for the service, along with multiple messages suggesting I schedule an appointment on the display. Purchased Mobil 1 ESP 0W-30 to address the cold Michigan winters. This oil is listed by MB as one of their approved oils for my vehicle. The container specifies the oils meets ACEA C3 - Part number on container M72158 (1 US Qt. container). However seems like some of the oil manufacturers have stopped including the manufacturer approved designations on the labels.
When I enter the Oil Reset to confirm completion of the service, there are four options to select the oil I have used - 229.51, 229.52, 229.61 and 229.71. ( I assume I would be fine but don't know the implications?) Can anyone enlighten me as to what the differences are among the four, and most importantly which I should select for my given oil. Examining the larger 5L container labels for the same oil online, I have found reference to both MB 229.51 and 229.52. From reading up on my vehicle I understand this issue relates to the particulate filter in the cat and is important to get right!
Will the ECM vary the duration of the oil changes and consider other factors, depending on the oil selected among the four?
Guidance and assistance appreciated. Thank you in advance.
General assumptions on installing the correct oil in my vehicle(s)...
1. Start with the vehicle owner's manual for directions and approved oil types
2. Consider the operating environment, temp, climate, etc
3. Consider the vehicle's your application - road, track, other etc.
4. Cost of oil and availability
5. Other??
So here is where I am..... approaching my first oil change due date on a 2021 Mercedes GLC300 4Matic SUV. Some anxiety here, as I want to be sure to comply with the MB approved oils to avoid compromising the warranty. Manual assumes I will go to the dealership for the service, along with multiple messages suggesting I schedule an appointment on the display. Purchased Mobil 1 ESP 0W-30 to address the cold Michigan winters. This oil is listed by MB as one of their approved oils for my vehicle. The container specifies the oils meets ACEA C3 - Part number on container M72158 (1 US Qt. container). However seems like some of the oil manufacturers have stopped including the manufacturer approved designations on the labels.
When I enter the Oil Reset to confirm completion of the service, there are four options to select the oil I have used - 229.51, 229.52, 229.61 and 229.71. ( I assume I would be fine but don't know the implications?) Can anyone enlighten me as to what the differences are among the four, and most importantly which I should select for my given oil. Examining the larger 5L container labels for the same oil online, I have found reference to both MB 229.51 and 229.52. From reading up on my vehicle I understand this issue relates to the particulate filter in the cat and is important to get right!
Will the ECM vary the duration of the oil changes and consider other factors, depending on the oil selected among the four?
Guidance and assistance appreciated. Thank you in advance.