Mercedes-Benz GLC 2016-2023 Owners Manual / Maintenance and care / Engine compartment / Checking the engine oil level using the onboard computer

Mercedes-Benz GLC : Engine compartment / Checking the engine oil level using the onboard computer

Requirements:

The engine has been warmed up.
The vehicle is parked on a level surface.
The engine is running at idle speed.
The hood is closed.

The engine oil level is determined during driving. Determining the engine oil level can take up to 30 minutes with a normal driving style and even longer with an active driving style.

On-board computer:

Mercedes-Benz GLC. Checking the engine oil level using the onboard computer Engine Oil Level

One of the following messages will appear on the multifunction display:

Measuring Engine Oil Level...: measurement of the oil level is not yet possible.

Mercedes-Benz GLC. Checking the engine oil level using the onboard computer Repeat the request after a maximum of 30 minutes' driving.

Engine Oil Level OK and the bar display for indicating the oil level on the multifunction display is green and is between "min" and "max": the oil level is correct.
Engine Oil Level Add 1.0 l and the bar display for indicating the oil level on the multifunction display is orange and is below "min":

Mercedes-Benz GLC. Checking the engine oil level using the onboard computer Add 1.1 US qt (1 l) of engine oil.

Reduce Engine Oil Level and the bar display for indicating the oil level on the multifunction display is orange and is above "max":

Mercedes-Benz GLC. Checking the engine oil level using the onboard computer Drain off any excess engine oil that has been added. To do so, consult a qualified specialist workshop.

For Engine Oil Level Switch Ignition On

Mercedes-Benz GLC. Checking the engine oil level using the onboard computer Switch on the ignition to check the engine oil level.

Engine Oil Level System Inoperative: The oil level sensor is malfunctioning or not connected.

Mercedes-Benz GLC. Checking the engine oil level using the onboard computer Consult a qualified specialist workshop.

Engine Oil Level System Currently Unavail.

Mercedes-Benz GLC. Checking the engine oil level using the onboard computer Close the hood.

Engine oil

Checking the engine oil level using the oil dipstick WARNING Risk of burns from hot component parts in the engine compartment Certain component parts in the engine compartment can be very hot, e...

WARNING Risk of burns from hot component parts in the engine compartment Certain component parts in the engine compartment can be very hot, e.g. the engine, the cooler and parts of the exhaust system...

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HANDS-FREE ACCESS function

Mercedes-Benz GLC. HANDS-FREE ACCESS function

With HANDS-FREE ACCESS you can open, close or stop the closing process of the tailgate by performing a kicking movement under the rear bumper.

The kicking movement triggers the opening or closing process alternately.

Observe the notes when opening and closing the tailgate.