Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2007 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 V6-3.0L DSL TurboFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Engine Oil
Engine Oil (3.0L Diesel Engines With DPF)
Must meet the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 or MB Data Sheet 229.51, 228.51 and/or 229.31 Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade For countries that use the ACEA European Oil Categories for Service Fill Oils, use the recommended engine oil that meets the requirements of ACEA C3, and approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 for engines with DPF and MB 229.3 or 229.5 for engines without DPF only.
Engine Oil (3.0L Diesel Engines Without DPF)
Must meet the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 or MB Data Sheet 229.3 and 229.5 Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. For countries that use the ACEA European Oil Categories for Service Fill Oils, use the recommended engine oil that meets the requirements of ACEA C3, and approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 for engines with DPF and MB 229.3 or 229.5 for engines without DPF only.
MB ENGINE OIL DATA
Description, Type SAE Grade, MB sheet
Castrol Syntec 5W-40, Full Synthetic 5W-40, 229.3 Without DPF
Castrol Syntec 0W-30 European Formula, Full Synthetic 0W-30, 229.5 Without DPF
Chevron Supreme Synthetic Motor Oil SAE 5W-40, Full Synthetic 5W-40, 229.31 With DPF
Havoline Ultra S 5W-30, Full Synthetic 5W-30, 229.31 With DPF
Havoline Ultra S 5W-40, Full Synthetic 5W-40, 229.31 With DPF
High Star, N/A 5W-30, 229.3 Without DPF
Mobil 1 0W-40, Full Synthetic 0W-40, 229.3, 229.5 Without DPF
Mobil 1 5W-50, Full Synthetic 5W-50, 229.3 Without DPF
Mobil 1 ESP Formula MB, Full Synthetic 5W-40, 229.51 With DPF
Mopar Part No. 68001334AA 5W-30, 229.51 With DPF
Pennzoil European Formula Ultra, Full Synthetic 5W-30, 229.5 Without DPF
Pennzoil Platinum European Formula, Full Synthetic 5W-40, 229.3 Without DPF
Pento High Performance 5W-30 LA, Synthetic Low Ash Formula 5W-30, 229.31 With DPF
Q Diesel Plus, Synthetic Blend 5W-30, 229.51 With DPF
Q European Engine, Full Synthetic European Formula 5W-40, 229.3 Without DPF
Q European Engine Ultra, Full Synthetic 5W-30, 229.5 Without DPF
Shell Helix Ultra AX, Low SAPs Technology 5W-30, 229.51 With DPF
Shell Rimula Signia, Fully Synthetic Heavy-Duty 10W-40, 228.51 With DPF
Texaco Havoline Synthetic Motor Oil SAE 5W-40, Syntec 5W-40, 229.31 Without DPF
Valvoline SynPower MST, Full Synthetic 5W-30, 229.51 With DPF
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.