2009 Mercedes SL-Class Owner's Manual - Page 355

Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Approved engine oils Engine oils are specifically tested for their suitability in our engines and durability for our service intervals. Therefore, only use approved engine oils and oil filters required for vehicles with Maintenance System. Conventional petroleum-based oils must not be used for vehicles with Maintenance System. For a listing of approved engine oils and oil filters, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or visit www.mbusa.com (USA only). Use the table below to determine the MB sheet number. Model SL 550 SL 600 SL 63 AMG SL 65 AMG Engine type MB sheet number 273 275 156 275 229.5 229.5 229.529 229.5 ! Using engine oils and oil filters of specification other than those expressly required for the Maintenance System, or changing of oil and oil filter at change intervals longer than those called for by the Maintenance System will result in engine or emission control system damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Please follow Maintenance System recommendations for scheduled oil changes. Failure to do so will result in engine or emission control system damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Mercedes-Benz recommends MOBIL OIL. 29 Restriction: Engine oil additives i MB sheet numbers are printed on the outside of oil containers. Viscosity grades for engine oils Using the chart below, select oil viscosity according to the lowest air temperature expected before the next oil change. ! Do not blend oil additives with engine oil. They may damage the engine. Damage or malfunctions resulting from blending oil additives are not covered by the MercedesBenz Limited Warranty. Z Only SAE XW-40 engine oils may be used. 353