Engine Oil for ML 320 - Diesel

[reddirt14]

So I've been reading that there are a number of approved oils besides the Mobil oil that I have to buy from the dealer ($6 a quart). Is there one that most people prefer, or that has a proven track record with the diesel engine? I saw reference to the Elf oil (can't recall which one) on the E320 discussion forum. Is that preferred for our trucks, even over the Mobil?

[Vernl]

I settled on Amsoil 5-40 euro formula. Its readily available and meets all the Diesel specs and got an ok from my dealer. Mobil of the right spec is tough to find except at a dealer and to those of us who live a few hours from a dealership Amsoil is easy to get. I also invested 40 bucks in a an oil evacuator which is a handy and very effective tool.
AMSOIL - Synthetic 5W-40 European Engine Oil

[lkchris]

Originally Posted by reddirt14

I saw reference to the Elf oil (can't recall which one) on the E320 discussion forum.

Whichever Elf oil it is that's 229.51 compliant, it's now being marketed in USA under the Total brand name.

http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w211...now-total.html