How many liters of engine oil can be added to a Mercedes-Benz B200?
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The Mercedes-Benz B200 can hold 6 liters of engine oil. The original factory oil brand for the Mercedes-Benz B200 is Mobil Gold. If you wish to change the oil during later maintenance, you can choose brands such as Shell, Mobil, Castrol, or Total. The official manual for the Mercedes-Benz B200 recommends using oil with the specification 5W-30. Any oil model that meets this specification can be used. The viscosity of engine oil changes with temperature, so it is particularly important to pay attention to its performance under both low and high temperatures. For example, in 5W-30, the first number indicates low-temperature fluidity. 5W means it can withstand temperatures as low as -30°C. The smaller this number, the better the low-temperature fluidity, making cold starts smoother. The latter number represents the oil's kinematic viscosity at 100°C. The higher the number, the better it maintains viscosity under high temperatures, which can also be understood as better lubrication performance under high-temperature conditions. The method for changing the engine oil in a Mercedes-Benz B200 is as follows: Wait for the engine temperature to drop, allowing the oil to flow back into the oil pan; Use a wrench to loosen the oil drain plug and place an oil pan to catch the old oil until it stops flowing. Start the engine for about 30 seconds to allow the oil in the main oil passage to drain out; Use a special wrench to remove the oil filter; Apply some oil to the oil seal of the new oil filter and tighten it clockwise by hand; Add the new oil through the oil filler cap on the engine valve cover, typically filling about three-quarters of the oil container; Start the engine and let it run for 5 minutes, then check for any leaks around the oil drain plug and oil filter. If there are leaks, perform necessary repairs; After stopping the engine, pull out the oil dipstick and check that the engine oil level is within the standard range.
My Mercedes-Benz B200 is a 2018 model. During the last maintenance, the technician said it requires 5.5 liters of engine oil. This engine model generally uses this amount, but it's recommended to check the maintenance data table in the last chapter of the owner's manual before changing the oil. I tried adding it myself once—after pouring in 5 liters, I checked the dipstick and found it was slightly below the maximum mark, so I added another 0.5 liters to reach the standard line. Remember, never overfill it. My neighbor's car had its engine seals damaged due to overfilled oil, costing thousands in repairs—definitely not worth it. If you're unsure, taking it directly to the repair shop is the easiest solution.
