Engine oil and oil filter

Check for oil leakage

Check that no oil leakage occurs at the top or bottom of the engine and gearbox or in the power steering's hydraulic system.

Engine oil

Change oil.

Oil capacity

B204, B234: 4.0 litres (4.2 qts), including filter.

See Lubricants

Tightening torque:

Drain plug

B204, B234: 25 Nm (18.5 lbf ft)

Warning

Make sure the filler cap is screwed on properly after topping up with oil. Oil on the exhaust manifold can cause fires.

Oil filter change

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Loosen the oil filter with the filter wrench and unscrew it. Clean the sealing surface on the engine.

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Oil in the rubber gasket on the new oil filter and fit it.

Tightening torque: 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft).

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Start the engine and check the filter for leaks.

Cars with diesel engines

For oil filter replacement, see group 2 Basic engine D223L, Adjust, replace Oil filter.