OIL AND OIL FILTER?
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OIL AND OIL FILTER?
My mechanic wants me to bring 5-30 synthetic oil for my 2007 c230.
I've been reading up and people only mention 0-40.
What's better for my car? I live in the SF bay area.
Also best oil filter?
I've been reading up and people only mention 0-40.
What's better for my car? I live in the SF bay area.
Also best oil filter?
Last edited by Joel Borres; Jun 5, 2012 at 03:48 PM. Reason: tags
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Use Mobil 1 0W-40 like every thread on it recommends. It is not the only oil that meets approval but it is one of the easiest to find.
You'll need to get a fleece filter.
You'll need to get a fleece filter.
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Easy to verify,..... just go to any Mercedes-Benz Stealership and inquire which oil they're now using,...... Mobil 1 ESP 5W40 is what they're using for oil changes now,... NOT Mobil 1 0W40
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No I mean you were correct in your statement about the dealers.
The dealers themselves are incorrect in their usage. They are using 229.51 spec (diesel only) in gasoline cars calling for 229.5. The two are not cross compatible. I would not have it done at the dealership unless you can verify they use the appropriate approved oil.
The dealers themselves are incorrect in their usage. They are using 229.51 spec (diesel only) in gasoline cars calling for 229.5. The two are not cross compatible. I would not have it done at the dealership unless you can verify they use the appropriate approved oil.
