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Mobil 1 ESP Formula M 5w40

 

Mobil 1 ESP Formula M 5w40

Ditto on that.. It is available at my dealershp for $5.25 /qt at the parts dept (Raleigh, NC)..
They charge $11.00 /qt if they put it in the car for you.. Gotta love that labor rate..

Any oil that meets the 229.51 spec will work.
Hey, we beat the brakes off of this topic about 2 months ago. There was some good information shared and you might gain better traction using the search..

 

I use the made in germany Castrol full synthetic 0W30. It is MB 229.3 approved. No need for any higher rated oil as this car does not have a particulate filter. 0W30 seems to make more sense for northern climates.

 

Mobil 1 0W-40 Euro Formula

 

Mobil 1 Delvac ESP 5w40 or Mobil 1 Forumal M 5w40.
The only place I have found Forumal M is at Pep Boys.

 

0w40 for sure. Very good oil indeed.

 

I currently have Mobil 1 0W40 ECF in the engine. Already bought 3 six-packs of Mobil 1 ESP Formula M for the next two oil changes. I paid about $6.55/qt out the door.

//greg//

 

TOTAL Quartz Energy 9000 0W30 is absolutley amaizing oil, change interval every 19k miles. 150k miles on the clock, running super smooth with no problems or smoke of any kind! Noticed 2-3mpg change when switched from Mobile 1 80k miles ago. 2005 E320CDI

 

BTW the TOTAL Quartz Energy 9000 5W40 works better and is designed for older diesels, I use it on my 1995 e300d and also use to use it on a 1987 300d with great results.

 

Mobil 1 ESP Formula M 5W-40

 

Super neutron atomic royal purple Z-Max Amsoil

Sorry for that funky title. Sometimes I can't help but be a knucklehead.

Mercedes says that mobil-1 10W-40 is good for 8500 miles and Mobil-1 10W-40 formula M is good for 12,500 miles. Don't you think that if some other oil gave two mpg and had no drawbacks that Mercedes would use it?

I don't mess with fancy spiels. I get my formula M from the dealer.

( or was that 5W-40?),
Peter

 

I got lost on this awhile back.

I use the Mobil 1 0-W40 European Car formula. It has all the specs that MB
requires even with the latest updated fluid sheets. I was -16ºF here last night
so the 0 weight oil will lubricate a bit faster than the 5 or 10 weight.
When run out of the ) weight I may switch the 5 weight M formula.
At this point both the dealer and MB tell me the oil I am using is fine and is
not going to cause any issues if a major part fails that might get goodwill.

I will have some Blackstone tests back in a few weeks with oil that went
12 months and 13,800 miles. I will post the results.

 

This is the best place to look for info about fluids knowing your car requirements and specifications. Also depend in what climate zone you are. Consider that the diesel engine puts more stress on oil than gas.

MB 229.51 - Low SPAsh multigrade service engine oils (Specification 229.51) - Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Operating Fluids

 

This is a bit of a simplistic explanation, but here goes:

MB229.5 was the oil spec for pre-BlueTec CDI engines. Far as I'm concerned, satisfying the spec is more important than who actually labeled the stuff. Besides, some labels are regional. Hence the Mobil 1 0W40 ECF that currently in my 2006 CDI. That's what was easiest for me to get. My own research reveals that - with the correct filter - that stuff is good for a 13,000 mile change interval.

MB229.51 is formulated for engines with particulate filters, in most cases 2007 and later BlueTecs. And it's backward compatible to earlier CDIs. That's why I have 3 cases of Mobil 1 5W40 ESP Formula M in my garage for the next two oil changes. Again my own research, but I'm considering this stuff - with the right filter - good for a 20,000 mile interval

//greg//

 

Hence the Mobil 1 0W40 ECF that currently in my 2006 CDI.

FWIW I recently found out that Walmart here in the states carries a five quart bottle for $22 (half the price of anywhere else I found it).

 

Mercedes Benz E 320 CDI oil type

For the weather specific to the NE coast of US, Mobil 1 5W40 is the right type of oil.

Ovi

 

I use Rotella syn 5W-40 or mobil 1 0W-40 which ever wal-mart has. I used the Shell for about 140,000 miles but now the mobil 1 in the 5 qt. container is available and less expensive. steve

 

You must be talking Shell Rotella T6? I use it in my 2002 VW Jetta TDI-great oil, good price, and from oil analysis there is proof that it is doing a good job of protecting the ALH powered TDI's. I'm not sure it's suitable for the 05/06 CDI's however. Anyone else?

 

Rotella T is 229.5 compatible however I believe the service interval is less than ESP.

No 229.5 or 229.51 Mobil 1 Oil comes in a 5 or 4 quart jug.
Good price but check the label.

Pep boys Auto Parts sometimes runs a 5 individual quart special sometimes. Mobil 1 ESP Included.
$29 or $39 with filter(Non Mercedes spin on only)

 

Is this the oil your talking about?

http://www.epc.shell.com/Docs/GPCDO...GPCDOC_Local_TDS_United_States_Shell_Rotella_T6_5W-40_(CJ-4)_(en-US)_TDS_v1.pdf


I see it's only MB 228.31 approved

 

Until MB warranty is up, I go to my dealer for oil changes, brake flushes and transmission service. I use my MBCA card for 15% off. Will do my own after extended warranty ends. Just an easy way to have no warranty questions concerning vital services.

 

I'm seriously considering Total Quartz/Elf at my next oil change. I've been using the Mobil 1 European formula that meets MB specs, but from what I read the other oils are a bit better quality than what the Mobil has turned into the last couple years.

 

Yes, thats what I had been using until I found 0W-40 Mobil 1 in a 5 qt. container at Wal-mart. The 5 qt. container divides out to about $5 per quart. This is their European Formula. I think all their oils can be had in this container at a cost of about$24 per container. steve

 

been using TOTAL for years now .

 

I use Mobil1 0W-40 (Euro formula).

 

I use that and also Total Quartz 9000 5-40 which also meets MB 229.5 specs.

 

I used Rotella T6 Synthetic 5W-40 Turbo Diesel Oil on my last change the other day. The spec on the back of the bottle is listed as 228.31 but MB shows it as an acceptable oil to use.

I plan on buying oil online for my next change that is 229.51. The MPG stayed the same and no issues on power.


I am having issues finding the right oil filter online. The dealer wanted $22 and I found a Mann filter for $10...by typing E320 CDI Filter in Google. I can't find a cross-ref on the part number though.My Google Fu is weak today

 

Mann website



Hello,

Mann USA website:

https://www.mann-hummel.com/mf_prodkata_usa/

 

Mobil 1 Synthetic 0-40 from Wall Mart. Every 7000-8000 miles with Mann filter. No oil burning, no issues.

 

Hi Greg...so what would you recommend me using on a 2006 e350 in the NE at this time of year.