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How to Check and Top Up Engine Oil in a Mercedes CLA?

Model: Mercedes CLA C117, X117 - Years: 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
Part: Engine oil

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In this tutorial, you will see how to check and top up the engine oil in a Mercedes CLA, a very simple and quick operation. First, wait for the engine to cool down sufficiently, then open the hood and locate the dipstick on the right rear side of the engine, identifiable by a yellow ring.

Next, pull it out, clean it with a lint-free cloth, reinsert it, and pull it out again. If the level is below the minimum mark, open the large cap indicated and add the necessary amount of oil to reach the ideal level.


Updated on 1 October 2026 by ScegliAuto


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