2.4L I4 DieselRWDMANUALdiesel
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Fluid · Engine Oil

Engine Oil

for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 240D 2.4L I4 Diesel · RWD
Fluid Type
15W-40 or 10W-40 mineral/synthetic blend
Spec: API CD or CE
Capacity
7.4qt
7 L
Drain & Refill
6.3 qt
5.96 L
Change Interval
5,000 mi
8,045 km

Notes

With filter change. MB specified CD diesel oil for OM616 engine. Last year for W123 240D

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