How to change the oil in a Mercedes C class?

How to change the oil in a Mercedes C class?

Drive your car for 15 minutes to heat up the transmission fluid to operating temperatures. Check the fluid level with the dipstick fluid. The oil should be at the center of the “hot” area of the tip. Then replace the filler tube cap and lock clip. Figure 7. Remove the filler tube’s lock clip. Figure 8.

How often do you change the transmission fluid in a Mercedes C class?

But in reality, it is good practice to drain the fill, replace the transmission fluid filter, and refill with the proper transmission fluid every 50,000 miles. This article applies to the Mercedes-Benz C-Class w204 (2007-2014).

How to change automatic transmission on Mercedes W204 C-class?

Place the transmission pan back into position on the bottom of the transmission case. Ensure the gasket is in place on the pan and not pinched. Install and torque the T30 Torx bolt to 10 ft-lbs. Re-install the drain plug and torque it to 25 ft-lbs. Figure 6. Position spacer to secure “lip” of the pan.

How do you change the filter on a Mercedes C class?

Pull down on the fluid filter neck to remove it from the valve body, and take care to collect any fluid that remains in the filter. Install the new filter in reverse order. Attach the filter neck to the valve body, and press the filter firmly into place.

How do you change oil on a C200 W203?

How to change the oil on a W203 C200 Mercedes-Benz C-Class. Remove the splash shield located under the engine. This is secured with six bolts as circled. Raise the vehicle and place it onto axle stands. The jacking point is located towards the front of the engine.

What kind of oil do I put in my C200 engine?

As the entire unit is made from plastic be very careful not to over-tighten the filter. Now fill the vehicle with 5.5L of oil. For the Australian climate we chose to use fully synthetic 5w-40. Before starting the engine we need to check the oil level.

Where is the oil filter on a C200?

Locate the oil filter in the engine bay. It is a cartridge style filter inside a plastic canister. Using a large socket, unscrew the oil filter cap. Once loosened, pull upwards and remove the cartridge filter from the vehicle. Pull gently on the cartridge to remove it from the canister lid.

Where does the oil go in a Mercedes C class?

This article applies to the Mercedes-Benz C-Class (2007-2014). Engine oil is pumped up from the oil pan at the bottom of the engine and makes its way though the engine by machined passages. As the oil wears, it loses its ability to eliminate friction between metal components. This creates heat which causes engine wear.