How many liters of engine oil should be added to a Mercedes-Benz C260?
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Mercedes-Benz C260 requires 5 to 6 liters of engine oil. The method for adding engine oil is as follows: 1. Lift the vehicle, remove the protective plate, and place a container with a capacity of about 10 liters under the oil drain plug; 2. Unscrew the oil drain plug, use an air gun to blow for two minutes at the oil filler port, and after draining, tighten the oil drain plug and wipe it with a tissue to check for oil leakage; 3. Reinstall the protective plate and lower the vehicle, then use a funnel to align with the oil filler port to add the engine oil. Taking the 2020 Mercedes-Benz C260 as an example, it belongs to the mid-size car category, with body dimensions of: length 4784mm, width 1810mm, height 1457mm, a wheelbase of 2920mm, and a fuel tank capacity of 66 liters.
The Mercedes-Benz C260 typically requires around 6.5 liters of engine oil, depending on the engine model. For instance, the M264 engine commonly used after 2018 takes this amount. Each time I change the oil, I ensure the car is cooled down first, then drain the old oil, replace the oil filter, and slowly pour in the new oil. Remember not to pour it all at once—add it in stages and check the oil level with the dipstick, keeping it between the Min and Max lines. Overfilling can damage piston rings or cause oil leaks, while insufficient oil leads to inadequate lubrication and accelerated wear. It's recommended to use 5W-30 synthetic oil that meets Mercedes MB229.5 specifications. I change the oil every 10,000 kilometers—proper maintenance ensures the engine lasts longer.
