Nobita

Hi all,

I have this C180 K, I know MB has a list of approved engine oil (229.3, 229.31 & 229.5). My questions are:

• Is there any different, if it is in Australia?
• Can I use Valvoline Durablend SAE 5W-30 oil? Would it harm my car?
• Other than Mobile 1 0w-40, how good is Valvoline Synpower 5w-40? It is listed in 229.5 sheet.
• If I use any 229.5 approved oil, do I have to use the fleece oil filter? Where can I get them in Sydney?

Thks.

skittles

any filter is ok. but from what ive been told once you fo synthetic stay synthetic. also mobil is still the recommended brand.. if you have a owner's manual check for compatible oil. if not. i believe karo has a post on owners manuals on w203's. try using the search feature.

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Glyn M Ruck

If the product meets 229.5 it's fine. Nothing wrong with Valvoline. Just do not use 229.51 oils - They are for passenger car diesel with Cat & particulate filters - ash<1%.

Try to use the genuine Benz fleece filter if you can get. Otherwise you have to use the genuine Benz Hengst paper filter - not as good. It is less of an issue in Australia because you oil drain like SA at 15,000Km & not 20,000Km like the USA.

See the Definitive oil thread & numerous Fleece filter threads for further info.