How many liters of engine oil should be added for Mercedes-Benz 276?

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BellaRose
07/29/25 10:57pm
Mercedes-Benz 276 requires approximately 8 liters of engine oil for an oil change. Starting the vehicle: After adding the engine oil, start the vehicle and then turn it off for 3 minutes before checking. Since the oil filter needs to be replaced during an oil change, the newly replaced oil filter does not contain any oil. After starting the vehicle, the oil will flow into the oil filter. Turning off the engine for 3 minutes allows the oil to flow back into the oil pan, ensuring a more accurate oil level check. Specific impacts: Adding too much engine oil can affect the normal operation of the crankshaft and also increase the vehicle's fuel consumption. When the crankshaft journal reaches the bottom dead center, it may hit the oil, creating resistance and disrupting normal operation, which is not allowed. Conversely, insufficient oil for circulation and lubrication is also unacceptable, as it can accelerate wear and tear of internal engine components and lead to engine damage.
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