C270 engine dipstick

[Beno]

Guys,
I'm trying to buy an engine dipstick I was looking at the sealey one VS930ED however it doesn't list my engine code 612. Does anyone know if they universal or do I have to find specific to my vehicle/engine code?

Thanks

 

[BlackC55]

You dont really need one, just use the cluster menu.

As far as I know there is no aftermarket dipstick. MB do one but it is used for all engines that do not have a dipstick and has mm markings to cross reference with WIS.

 

[Beno]

You dont really need one, just use the cluster menu.

As far as I know there is no aftermarket dipstick. MB do one but it is used for all engines that do not have a dipstick and has mm markings to cross reference with WIS.

I wanted the dipstick for a quick check etc. Thinking about it if check with the cluster then dip and mark the dipstick I'll have a reference point to work with.

 

[Rory]

What year is the car?

Mine will show the actual oil level in the cluster with a couple of button pushes. I checked the reading after a service so hopefully what it says is near enough correct!

I would rather use a dipstick though.

 

[Chrishazle]

Is there actually a place on a W203 where you can insert a dipstick? Must admit I have not looked closely, but on a quick inspection of my C270 I could not see one.

 

[Rory]

Off the top of my head I think it's underneath the engine cover.

Be careful if you have an auto - there are two, one is for the engine and the other ATF. You can see the ATF one with the engine cover in place.

 

[142 TPL]

It's under the cover at the back on the right
There is a red Dipstick without a stick, just the top. I bought the sealey one and cut it down to suit and leave it in all the time

 

[Beno]

Thanks I'll do the same